Nicobond Tiling Directory

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The Nicholls & Clarke Group is a business dedicated to the 

manufacture and supply of the finest building materials. 

Founded in 1875 in London, we have grown from servicing the 

capitals’ building trades to becoming the largest privately 

owned national manufacturer and distributor of fine quality 

building products. 

Quality manufacturing is at the core of our business and comes 

as standard. We own state of the art manufacturing facilities 

based across the UK and Central Europe. This gives us the 

broadest manufacturing capability available, allowing us to offer 

an extensive portfolio of product, more specialised than that 

of any of our competitors. 

Our distribution network is supported with our private fleet of 

over 110 commercial vehicles. This gives us full logistical 

control from the point of manufacture through to delivery 

to site. We offer a nationwide delivery service, be that to 

site, home or commercial address. The vast majority of our 

deliveries are made on a next day basis.

Nicholls & Clarke Group 

Sixty Years of Innovation and Still Evolving 

N&C Nicobond are the original, British manufacturers and distributors of high quality tile 

adhesives, grouts, smoothing compounds and tiling systems. With over 60 years experience, 

Nicobond have grown from strength to strength with expertise in the manufacture and 

distribution of high quality products. This 60 year journey has seen Nicobond products 

evolving in harmony with the tile manufacturing industry. We offer an unrivalled range of 

solutions that allow the fixing of every format of product imaginable, from large format stone 

to slim porcelain tiles or slabs. 

Nicobond products have been developed for use within specialist applications as well as day 

to day applications, and within domestic and commercial settings. 

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Experience 

Established in 1875, Nicholls & Clarke has pedigree 

that has been developed over many years. Through 

great heritage, we have gained a depth of knowledge 

and invaluable experience in the manufacturing and 

supplying of Nicobond products to the construction 

market. We have experience across many industries 

with a huge portfolio of products suited to all project 

environments. 

Total Solution Providers 

Part of the Nicholls & Clarke Group, we have the ability 

to offer the complete tiling package through a 

comprehensive range of quality products, so that you 

can benefit from dealing with one source, making it 

easier to co-ordinate project supplies. 

Inventors & Innovators 

N&C Nicobond invented ready mixed tile adhesive in 

1958 and continue to be at the forefront of 

innovation, embracing new technology within the 

industry and better defining our portfolio with products 

that perform, but where quality and functionality are at 

its peak. As inventors, we continue to engage in 

research and development and have spent more than 

55 years developing innovative Nicobond products 

that solve the challenges faced in today’s construction 

industry. 

Technical Service 

The N&C Nicobond technical team has well over 200 

years of combined experience in the tile adhesive & 

screeding industry. We are able to offer a full technical 

specification service and are available to attend any 

site address throughout the U.K. A technical written 

specification is available on request. 

Research & Development 

The chemists in our highly equipped laboratories are 

constantly engaged in research and development. 

Investment in the latest laboratory equipment and 

testing facilities allow us to push forward with the 

development of the next new technology or raw 

material that will further enhance product performance 

or handling characteristics. Prior to going to market, 

we undergo rigorous testing of all our products to 

ensure that performance is to a high standard. All 

products are tested to meet the relevant standards 

and regulations. 

24 Hour Nationwide Delivery 

Nicholls & Clarke are unique in being able to offer 

nationwide, next day delivery, even when you order up 

to 5pm the day before 1 and there is no minimum order 

requirement. N&C Nicobond operates from 18 

branches nationwide so can offer localised delivery, 

or with thousands of product lines in stock, you also 

have the option to collect. 

Environment 

As an ISO14001 company, sustainability is a core part 

of our company agenda. As well as various carbon 

offsetting programmes in place, we invest a great deal 

in manufacturing and developing solutions dedicated 

to reducing our carbon footprint, and in turn increasing 

our customers’ green credentials. 

Customer Care 

We aim to provide you with an outstanding level of 

customer service that will help to further enhance 

the service you offer to your clients. We monitor our 

performance levels and strive to achieve 100% client 

satisfaction. We believe that open channels of 

communication with our customers, coupled with their 

feedback are a sure way of further improving our 

customers buying experience. 

British Manufacture 

Our three state of the art U.K manufacturing facilities 

comply with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001, utilise the latest 

manufacturing technologies and apply stringent 

quality control checks during every part of the 

manufacturing process. Only the highest quality raw 

materials, product formulations and packaging 

materials are used, ensuring the finished product 

meets our exacting standards, far exceeding those of 

the latest European standards. 

Product Features Key 

Eco 

Friendly 

Walls 

Floors Interior Exterior Non-Slip Flexible 

Water 

Resistant 

Water 

Resistant 

Water 

Resistant 

Insulation 

Stain 

Resistant 

Stain 

Resistant 

Stain 

Resistant 

1 Hour Set 2 Hour Set 3 Hour Set 

Swimming 

Pools 

Water Lock 

Formulation 

Chemical 

Resistant 

Chemical 

Resistant 

Chemical 

Resistant 

Domestic 

Areas 

Commercial 

Areas 

Pumpable 

Screeds 

Food 

Preparation 

Undertile 

Heating 

Fire 

Resistant 

Protein 

Free 

Recycled 

Material 

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International 

N&C Nicobond products are used in over 70 countries 

throughout the world in some of the most demanding 

commercial situations and climates imaginable. This 

worldwide experience has furthered the development 

of some of the latest technologies we now use in the U.K. 

Training 

We offer practical training courses at our 120,000 

square foot head office facility. Our team of experts will 

demonstrate and give clients and customers the 

opportunity to get hands on with our range of 

products. For further information please contact our 

Head Office on 020 8586 4600 or email us at 

info@nichollsandclarke.com 

Trade Associations 

& Technical Committees 

N&C Nicobond has been heavily involved in the 

creation of British & European Standards for decades. 

We have chaired The Tile Association and their 

Wetroom Technical Committee. We are also part of the 

Contract Flooring Association we continue to push for 

stringent policing of the industry which would stop 

manufacturers falsely claiming specific European 

standards on packaging. Our philosophy has always 

been to drive up quality and standards whilst 

remaining highly competitive. 

Warranties 

N&C Nicobond products are manufactured to such 

high and exacting standards enabling us to offer a 

life time warranty on all our adhesives, grouting 

compounds and screeds. 

Product Quality 

All Nicobond products are tried and tested prior to 

being introduced into the marketplace. All Nicobond 

adhesives and grouts achieve classifications that meet 

EN Standards for the optimum product confidence and 

quality. 

T T A 

Contents 

About us 6 - 11 

Wall & Floor Adhesives 12 - 17 

Grouts & Sealants 18 - 19 

Paints & Ancillaries 20 - 21 

Flooring Solutions 22 - 25 

Tile Backer Board 26 - 27 

Backer Board Steamrooms 28 - 29 

Wet Rooms 30 - 41 

Undertile Heating 42 - 44 

Tiling Solutions 

Tiling onto sand: cement screed/concrete 

75 

Tiling onto a cracked floor or green screed 

76 

Tiling onto timber floors using a timber 

reinforcing sheet 77 

Large format tiles over in-situ underfloor 

heated floors 78 

Tiling to sand: cement screed with in-situ 

underfloor heating 79 

Tiling onto timber floors with undertile 

heating 80 

Tiling onto sand: cement screed with 

undertile heating 81 

Fixing natural stone to sand cement screed 

or concrete with undertile heating 82 

Fixing glass tiles to sand: cement screed or 

concrete with undertile heating 83 

Tile surface contaminated sand: 

cement screed/concrete or temporary 

installations 84 

Tiling onto calcium sulphate/anhydrite 

screeds in light commercial traffic areas 85 

Tiling onto existing tiles 86 

Fixing thin tiles to walls and floors 87 

Tiling onto plaster and plasterboard 

(dry areas) 88 

Tiling to raised access flooring 89 

Installation of tile backer board to stud 

partition walls 90 

Installation of tile backer board to solid 

walls 91 

Terra Level System 45 - 47 

Professional Tools 48 - 55 

DIY Tools 56 - 57 

Moisture Control 58 - 61 

Product Selector Guide Intro 62 - 63 

Ready Mixed Adhesives 64 - 65 

Powder Adhesives 66 - 69 

Grouts 70 - 71 

Flooring 72 - 73 

Fixing natural stone/slate onto sand: 

cement screed/concrete 92 

Fixing large format tiles onto sand: cement 

screed/concrete 93 

Tiling in food preparation areas where 

chemical resistance is required 94 

Tiling in swimming pools and fountains 95 

Fixing large format tiles to plaster 

and plasterboard (dry areas) 96 

Fixing mesh backed mosaics onto various 

substrates 97 

Tiling using sound reduction system onto 

floor type 1 (concrete base) as per Building 

Regulations 2010 Document E 98 

Tiling onto hard vinyl floor tiles 99 

Tiling onto fibreglass/g.r.p. (glass reinforced 

polyester) internal areas 100 

Tiling onto flooring grade Asphalt 101 

Tiling onto oil based gloss painted 

surfaces 102 

Tiling onto steel substrates 103 

Wet room waterproof tanking for solid walls 

and floors 104 - 105 

Wet room waterproof tanking 

for stud walls and timber floors 106- 107 

Creating a wet zone shower area without 

breaching floor 108 - 109 

Levelling prior to ceramic tiling 110 

Fast track floor refurbishment for floor 

coverings 111 

Reference documents 112 - 116

About us 

Our history & heritage 

leading the way ahead... 

As Nicobond celebrate 60 years of innovation in tiling and flooring, we remember 

our foundations and how we developed into the company we are today. 

Founded in 1875, the Nicholls & Clarke Group have grown from strength to strength 

with over 140 years of experience and expertise in the manufacture and distribution 

of high quality building products. The journey saw huge developments into new 

areas of trade through diversifying and ongoing product development to meet the 

needs of different markets. 

Cement consisted of installations using either black 

solvent based adhesive or sand and cement mortar, 

which required highly skilled operators with only 

cement rendered surfaces used as a suitable base. 

Nicobond Tile Cement was pure white, easy to use 

and easy to clean off with water. Furthermore, it 

became apparent that tiling could be carried out 

directly to plaster, cement, and painted surfaces and 

even onto old tiles. This has radically changed the tile 

industry, as manufacturers we were able to reduce the 

thickness of tiles to produce modern tiles that we still 

see today. Pre-soaking of tiles before fixing also 

became a thing of the past. 

Nicobond became a success in a short space of time. 

Sales were being made throughout the UK, Europe 

and Worldwide. Nicobond were producing tile 

adhesive for other leading manufacturers still 

operating even today. 

In the earliest days, it was the experimentation of raw 

materials for paint that formed an important part of the 

evolution of Nicobond Products. 

The sensational discovery of emulsion paint was made 

through experimenting with Polyvinyl Acetate 

Emulsion, a raw material that was new to the paint 

trade by Mr A.E.G. Brown at our former Nicholls & 

Clarke Bow factory. The success of Nicoloid Emulsion 

Paint was staggering and changed the face of interior 

decorating for both the public and trade. 

apparent that an exciting new 

product had been invented as 

attempts to remove the tile 

proved difficult. It had superb 

adhesion in excess of 300lbs 

p.s.i. compared to about 5lbs 

p.s.i for sand and cement. 

Samples were sent to tile 

manufacturers which resulted in exciting reports and 

feedback, that led to the development of the first ready 

mixed tile adhesive paste. 

In an attempt to diversify and make use of the new 

polymer emulsion, Dr Eric Leigh, a former Chemist at 

our Bow Factory experimented with various paste 

formulations. In a moment of inspiration, one of these 

was used to fix a tile to a wall. It very quickly became 

The success was unprecedented and was to be a 

breakthrough in tile fixing, not only in the UK but 

internationally. The product was to be called Nicobond 

Tile Cement, today known as Nicobond Tile Adhesive. 

Tile fixing prior to the introduction of Nicobond Tile 

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As time went on, it became evident that a separate 

organisation was needed to cope with the sales, 

marketing and specialist production of this new 

product. The new company, Nicobond (Products) was 

formed to look after the manufacturing, with 

distribution outlets opened in Cardiff in 1966, 

Stoke-on-Trent in 1968 and Glasgow in 1981 trading 

as Nicobond Western, Nicobond Midlands and 

Nicobond Scotland. Niclar exports was set up in 1972 

to cater to the rapidly growing sales internationally. 

Over the many years from the early period until present 

day, Nicholls & Clarke stay true to a philosophy 

engrained in the heart of the company to drive forward 

and adapt to changing trends in the market in order to 

stay relevant. This is achieved by understanding 

customers requirements and solving common 

problems. 

In 2008, N&C introduced a revolutionary solution for 

Building Materials - November, 1958 

fixing tiles and natural stone to timber floors, Nicobond 

Plastic Ply. The 2mm thick, self adhesive reinforcing 

sheet helped to prevent problems of damage to tiles 

and tile joints by avoiding the effects of timber 

shrinkage, warping and rotting. Plastic Ply eliminates 

the need to install thick sheets of marine grade 

plywood (min 15mm) or similar over-boarding 

products in order to achieve an attractive and sound 

tiled floor finish. Easy to use, install and store 

Nicobond Plastic Ply was a huge success from the 

outset. It has been stated that tilers that have 

transferred over to using Nicobond Plastic Ply have not 

reverted back to traditional methods. With year on year 

growth, the success of the product has been 

phenomenal, exceeding expectations. 

In 2011, after identifying that the use of anhydrite/ 

calcium sulphate screeds was increasingly being 

used in modern day construction, Nicobond 

formulated Nicobond Gypfix, a new, innovative, rapid 

setting, white, gypsum based tile adhesive specially 

designed for fixing ceramic, porcelain and natural 

stone tiles directly onto Anhydrite/ Calcium Sulphate 

substrates. 

This high strength adhesive, unlike any other in the 

marketplace, achieves high levels of bond strength on 

a par with traditional C2 category cement based 

adhesives. Priming is not required as there is no risk 

of Ettringite with this product. Nicobond Gypfix is 

highly successful and presents the specifier with a 

viable and practical alternative to cement based 

adhesive systems. 

As well as providing quality solutions with the trade in 

mind, Nicobond produce innovative solutions to 

overcome consumer problems. 

In 2012, Nicobond introduced Starlike, a new genre of 

extreme performance grout that had been developed 

to allow long term UV resistance and a lifetime 

performance guarantee. This new innovation was 

created using patented technology to achieve high 

stain, mould and acid resistance. Under adverse 

conditions of high humidity and wetting, such as 

kitchens, bathrooms and even swimming pools grout 

lines remain as fresh as when first applied. Nicobond 

Starlike has been rigorously tried and tested against 

other leading brands and has demonstrated that 

absolute white grout line can be achieved whilst other 

brands discolour over time. 

2015 saw the introduction of the Nicobond ScreedPro 

range of smoothing compounds which offers the 

specifier and contractor a series of OPC (Ordinary 

Portland Cement) free products with unique super fast 

drying capabilities. Market leading flow 

characteristics, fibre technology and the use of raw 

materials that improve performance whilst having a 

lesser impact on our environment are just a few of the 

benefits offered. 

In 2018, we launched the first single part S2 fibre 

reinforced formulation with high flexibility which can be 

bonded to various surfaces including green screeds. 

Nicholls & Clarke’s philosophy remains intact as new 

and innovative solutions are defined to overcome 

problems in day to day and specialist tiling 

installations by utilising over 100 years of combined 

technical expertise. 

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Nicobond Quality Assurance 

All Nicobond adhesives and grouts have been tried and tested for quality assurance and meet the relevant EN Standards Classification to give you the ultimate confidence 

in our products. Our products are manufactured to such high and exacting standards enabling us to offer a life time warranty on all our adhesives, grouting 


Guide to Adhesives and Grouts For Tiles 

European Standards EN 12004 – 1, EN 12004 - 2, EN 13888 

EN12004 

General classification for cement based adhesives categorised as 

Type C. 

Ready mixed or paste adhesives categorised as Dispersion 

adhesives Type D. 

Epoxy resin adhesives categorised as Reaction Resin 

Adhesives Type R. 

Category Product Characteristics 

C1 Normal cementitious adhesive 

C1 F Fast-setting cementitious adhesive 

C1 T Normal cementitious adhesive with reduced slip 

C1 FT Fast-setting cementitious adhesive with reduced slip 

C2 Improved cementitious adhesive with additional characteristics 

C2 E Cementitious adhesive with extended open time 

C2 F Improved fast-setting cementitious adhesive with additional 

characteristics 

C2 T Improved cementitious adhesive with additional characteristics and 

reduced slip 

C2 TE Improved cementitious adhesive with additional characteristics, 

reduced slip and extended open time 

C2 FT Improved fast-setting cementitious adhesive with additional 

characteristics and reduced slip 

D1 Normal dispersion adhesive 

D1 T Normal dispersion adhesive with reduced slip 

D2 Improved dispersion adhesive with additional characteristics 

D2 T Improved dispersion adhesive with additional characteristics 

and reduced slip 

D2 TE Improved dispersion adhesive with additional characteristics, reduced 

slip and extended open time 

R1 Normal reaction resin adhesive 

R1 T Normal reaction resin adhesive with reduced slip 

R2 Improved reaction resin adhesive with additional characteristics 

R2 T Improved reaction resin adhesive with additional characteristics and 

reduced slip 

S1 

S2 

Deformable adhesive 

Highly deformable adhesive 

EN13888 General classification for cement based grouts Type C class G. 

Reaction Resin Grouts Type R class G. 

Category 

CG1 

CG2 

RG 

Product Characteristics 

Normal cementitious grout 

Improved cementitious grout with additional characteristics 

Reaction resin grout 

CE Marking of Tile Adhesives 

The CE mark is a fitness for purpose mark linked to the essential requirements 

listed within the above standard and in essence is a ‘passport’ which allows our 

tile adhesive products to be placed on the market in any EU member state. 

With effect from July 2013 CE marking became mandatory for tile adhesives in 

the UK. In order to be CE marked, tile adhesives must comply with the essential 

requirements of the relevant Harmonised EN Standards set out under the 

Construction Products Regulation (CPR). The relevant performance targets and 

test requirements for CE marking are contained in the European Standard: Annex 

Z of EN 12004. 

Guide to Screed Material and Floor Screeds 

European Standard EN 13813 

EN13813 Classification for Screed material and floor screeds 

Screed Material - Properties and requirements. 

Category Product Characteristics 

CT Cementitious Screeds to EN 13892-2: 2002 

C Compressive Strength in N/mm 2 

F Flexural Strength in N/mm 2 

Installation notes 

For full technical information visit www.nichollsandclarke.com and ensure that the 

relevant data sheets have been read prior to undertaking the installation. 

Drilling glass tiles 

To drill holes in glass tile you must use a motorised (electric} hand drill - use Nicobond 

Diamond edged Electroplated Hole saws. Drilling must be performed with the 

Nicobond Water cooling system. If cooling is insufficient, the edges will crack or split 

at a later date. The larger the diameter of the hole, the lower the rpm speed setting 

(e.g. 1800-2000 rpm for 0 10mm (0,4"), 800-1000 rpm for 0 25 mm(1"). Pre-drilling 

from the reverse (rear) side of the tile (approximately half way through) will prevent the 

splintering of the hole edge. Grind down properly all drilled edges. Do not apply 

excessive pressure while drilling - allow the diamond core drill to drill the hole! When 

drilling installed tiles it is possible to drill holes with a diameter of 6-25mm 

(0,24"-1 "}. The diameter of the hole drilled into a tile should be 2 mm (0,08") larger 

than diameter of the pipe or fitting. 

Grinding and bevelling tile edges 

After cutting and drilling tiles you must mechanically grind, smooth and bevel all 

cut edges (e.g. by electric hand drill with grinding wheel). Commence with 60- 

grade silicone carbide sandpaper and for a smoother finish use 100-grade 

silicone carbide paper. Keeping the cut edge of the tile wet while sanding will 

provide the best results. If using an electric drill the recommended grinding speed 

is 2000-3000 rpm. Grinding should continue until a factory type finish is achieved. 

This results in reducing the visibility of grouting materials and also minimises the 

risk of the tile cracking. 

Metallic decoration 

A number of decorated tiles now have silver metallic or 18 carat gold fired onto 

the glaze, and being a soft precious metal will not withstand abrasion, therefore 

special care should be taken when grouting and cleaning these tiles. 

Natural stone 

Certain Natural Stones may be extremely porous; therefore the potential for 

efflorescence and general staining may be increased. This is a characteristic of 

these particular Natural Stones and therefore is not caused by the Nicobond 

adhesive and grout systems used. We recommend where pale coloured Natural 

Stones are used that a white adhesive is specified as well as being fixed using 

the solid bed fixing method. All Natural Stones should be sealed using the 

appropriate sealer(s) prior to grouting, following the manufacturers instructions. 

We endeavour to ensure that any advice. recommendation or information given 

in this booklet is accurate and correct. However, we have no control over the 

circumstances in which our products or systems are used. 

It is important that end users satisfy themselves that due deference is given to 

specifications and guidance as detailed in British Standards BS 5385 Parts 1-5. 

The code of practice for fixing wall and ftoor tiles. An assessment must be made 

for the need for and location of movement joints & insert in accordance with the 

appropriate part of BS 5385. Additional information relating to tile fixing to timber 

substrates can be found in The Tile Association 'Tiling to Timber Sheets and 

Board, Timber Substrates and Alternative Products." 

No responsibility can be accepted or any warranty given by ourselves, agents or 

distributors, other than that the products supplied by us will meet our written 

specifications. The end user should at all times ensure that he has consulted our 

latest product and safety information sheets. Setting times for adhesives and 

grouts are given as accurately as possible based on a temperature of 20 0 C and 

50% relative humidity. Extremes of temperature and humidity will influence the 

figures stated. Setting times may be extended if Porcelain bodied tiles are used 

owing to their impervious nature, the use of additives in adhesives and grouts can 

also produce a similar effect. 

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About us 

Our Commercial Partners 

We have worked in partnership with an extensive list of customers throughout 

the UK and worldwide on some of the most demanding projects imaginable. 

Our first projects were completed over 60 years ago, yet our products 

continue to perform today and will continue to do so for the life of the building 

or project. This pedigree has created ultimate confidence in the N&C 

Nicobond products. 

Today we have N&C products specified by many recognised UK and 

international brands and are also working with many of the UK’s premier 

contractors, who in turn work in partnership with these brands. 


About us 

A business dedicated to a sustainable future 

The environment matters. N&C Nicobond are committed to a continuous programme of improvement in this important 

area of business. We have an environmental committee which meets regularly to access our 

performance and levels of progress. We train all our people to be environmentally aware in the workplace as we 

can all make a difference on a daily basis. 

Together, we will promote the best use of environmental 

practice and more particularly Nicholls & Clarke will:- 

• Continuously improve environmental performance 

• Reduce consumption of resources 

• Measure and take action to reduce the carbon footprint of 

business activities 

• Ensure environmental criteria are taken into account in the 

procurement of goods and services 

• Encourage staff involvement in environmental issues 

• Expect similar environmental standards from all business 

partners 

• Meet or exceed all environmental legislation that relates to the 

business 

As manufacturers and distributors, Nicholls & Clarke has made 

a corporate commitment to improving its environmental 

performance through an Environmental Policy. This will provide 

the framework for all our work, whether it is in relation to energy 

efficiency, sustainable waste management or sustainable 

transport. A committee (Environmental Committee) will implement 

this policy by developing programmes of work that constitute an 

Environmental Management System. 

The Environmental Committee will monitor the effectiveness of its 

policies and actions. 

To meet these commitments Nicholls & 

Clarke will:- 

• Set and monitor strategic objectives and targets for managing 

environmental performance 

• Communicate internally and externally this commitment and 


• Work together with staff and business partners to promote 

improved environmental performance 

• Review the environmental policy regularly 

International Standards – Achieving ISO14001 

With the growing demand for products to be sourced from more eco-friendly production, a high volume of carbon dioxide 

emissions have been considerably reduced, as a result of the new procedures in place to effectively tackle climate change 

and the negative effects on the environment, continually advocating the prudent use of natural resources. These processes 

have lead to the accreditation of ISO 14001, the international standard for environmental management systems (EMS). This 

achievement ensures that our customers are benefiting by proving the products are sourced from an ISO 14001 company. 

“Through controlling our CO2 emissions, our customers benefit by sourcing their products from a responsible manufacturer. We have recognised 

the importance of the environment on future generations and proactively work towards reducing the environmental impact within our 

manufacturing processes. 

Stephen Forbes, Deputy Chairman, Nicholls & Clarke. 

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Carbon Footprint 

Our manufacturing processes, buildings, delivery and travel policies are 

monitored continuously which has already reduced our carbon 

emissions. 

Product Development 

Our Chemists consider the impact a new product will have on the 

environment. We work hard to develop low impact formulations 

that still give the specifier, professional tiling or screeding 

contractor the performance and handling characteristics they require. 

Raw Materials 

The vast majority of our raw materials are sourced locally to our 

factory in Stoke-on-Trent. We evaluate each raw material 

supplier’s credentials and ensure that we select low carbon 

partners. 

Low Carbon Manufacturing 

We continue to invest in the latest low carbon manufacturing 

equipment. We make use of grey water technology, solar panels 

& low energy lighting systems. All our products have low VOC’s. 

Energy Saving 

Our aim is to keep our energy consumption to a minimum and 

to use the greenest sources wherever possible. 

Packaging 

Wherever possible we make use of packaging with a recycled 

content. Certain products like ‘Ecoflex’ use unbleached 

naturally coloured packaging. 

Logistics 

We own and operate a private fleet of low carbon commercial 

vehicles. Our transport managers hold a ‘Certificate of Professional 

Competence’ and ensure that we use our fleet efficiently using 

efficient routing and maximising vehicle capacity. 

Social Responsibility 

We believe that a sustainable and responsible business will 

ultimately become a more successful one. We respect the local 

communities we operate in and work closely with them ensuring 

we minimise our impact on them. We support a national charity 

that works in the local communities to our branches providing 

disadvantaged children with vital equipment. 

Recycling 

Pallets are repaired and reused internally to reduce our 

consumption of wood. Pallets beyond repair are sent to be 

recycled rather than being land filled. We also recycle plastic, 

paper and cardboard. 

Waste Reduction 

The latest manufacturing techniques and the use of grey 

water technologies have reduced the amount of waste our 

manufacturing facilities create. 

Carbon Offsetting 

N&C Nicobond supports a carbon offsetting program designed 

to benefit the environment through delivering reliable emission 

reductions through products such as Ecoflex adhesive. 


Wall Tile Adhesive 

Nicobond Waterproof Tile Adhesive 

Flexible ready mixed adhesive for wall tiles in bathrooms and showers 

Colour: White 

Max Bed Thickness: 3mm 

Coverage: 0.8kg/m 2 

Adjustment Time: 15 mins 

Grouting: 4 - 6 hrs 

D2 TE 

A commercial and domestic waterproof acrylic emulsion based ready mixed 

thin-bed adhesive. For fixing ceramic tiles and mosaics to all internal walls 

that are subjected to constant splashing or running water e.g. kitchens, 

bathrooms and domestic/power showers. Able to accommodate slight 

background movement. Easy to apply with excellent slip resistance and high 

bond strength. 

Priming may be required. 

Open Time: 30 mins 

Available in: 15kg, 3.75kg 

Walls Interior Non-Slip Flexible Water 

Resistant 

Nicobond Aquagrip 

Flexible high grab ready mixed adhesive for wall tiles in bathrooms and showers 

D2 TE 

Colour: Off White 




A ready mixed acrylic based waterproof, tile adhesive. Excellent non-slip 

properties which eliminates the need for battens in most situations. For fixing 

ceramic tiles and mosaics to all internal walls that are subjected to constant 

splashing or running water e.g. kitchens, bathrooms and domestic/power 

showers, also suitable for communal showers. 




Available in: 15kg 


Resistant 

Nicobond Tile Adhesive 

Ready mixed adhesive for fixing wall tiles 





D1 TE 

The original ready mixed thin-bed adhesive, for fixing small ceramic tiles and 

mosaics to all internal walls in dry or intermittently wet locations, e.g. 

kitchens, bathrooms and domestic showers. Able to accommodate slight 

background movement. Easy to apply with excellent slip resistance and high 

bond strength. Superb handling characteristics and reliability. 





Walls Interior Non - Slip 

Nicobond Ultragrip 

High grab ready mixed ceramic wall tile adhesive 




D1 TE 

A commercial and domestic acrylic emulsion based ready mixed thin-bed 

adhesive. Suitable for fixing ceramic wall tiles and mosaics to most firmly 

fixed, rigid, dry interior walls. Easy to apply with high grab for larger tiles. 






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Nicobond Rapidflex Fibre S2 Adhesive 

Wall and Floor Tile Adhesive 

C2F S2 

A versatile rapid setting highly polymer modified and fibre reinforced adhesive for bonding porcelain, ceramic tiles and natural stones under difficult 

conditions including green screeds 

Colour: White & Grey 

Nicobond Rapidflex Fibre is a single part highly flexible, fast setting white or 

grey cement based tile adhesive. With added fibres and high levels of 

polymer Nicobond Rapidflex Fibre easily achieves the EN classification of 


S2. This unique formulation enables fixing of ceramic, fully vitrified, porcelain 

tiles, mosaics and natural stones to surfaces subject to vibration as well as 

Coverage: 2 - 4kg/m² 

conventional substrates. 

Being highly flexible Nicobond Rapidflex Fibre can also be used for the direct 

Adjust Time: 10 -15 mins bonding of tiles to green screeds, solid timber and existing ceramic tile floors. 

Grouting: Approx 3 hrs 

Pot Life: 30 - 45 mins 

Open Time: 10 - 15 mins 

Walls Floors Interior Exterior Non-Slip Flexible Undertile 

Heating 

Set Time: Approx 3 hrs 

Packaging: 20kg 

Water 

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Swimming 

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Nicobond Rapidflex S1 Adhesive 

A fast setting, high performance, single part flexible and waterproof tile adhesive, bonds all types of tiles to a wide variety of substrates 

C2FT S1 

Colour: White, Grey 



Adjust Time: 15 - 20 mins 

A single part, rapid setting, waterproof, thin or thick-bed flexible adhesive 

with excellent initial grab and non-slip properties. For fixing ceramic wall or 

floor tiles, porcelain, mosaic and natural stones in interior or exterior 

situations where a resilient bond is required. Ideal for substrates subject to 

slight vibration or movement. Bonds to most substrates, including sand/ 

cement surfaces, plywood, flooring grade asphalt, hard vinyl tiles and tile 

backer boards. 

Recommended adhesive for tiling to Nicobond Plastic Ply. 





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Available in: 20, 10 kg 

Water 

Resistant 

3 Hour Set Swimming 

Pools 

Nicobond Large Format Flex S1 Adhesive 

A fast setting flexible and pourable adhesive designed to be of fluid consistency to aid bedding of larger format tiles 

C2F S1 



Coverage: 1½ - 4kg/m² 

Adjust Time: 20 mins 

Nicobond Large Format Flex is a single part, fast setting, water resistant, 

polymer modified, pourable flow bed adhesive specifically designed for easier 

installation of large format ceramic, porcelain, and natural stones in interior 

or exterior situations. The fluid consistency of this S1 classification adhesive 

aids bedding of large format tiles without the need for back buttering and 

provides a strong resilient bond. 

Nicobond Large Format Flex will bond to most substrates and is 

recommended for tiling to Plastic Ply. 


Pot Life: Approx 45 mins 


Set Time: Approx 3 - 4 hrs 


Floors Interior Exterior Flexible Undertile 

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3 Hour Set Water 

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Nicobond Flexible Fibre S1 Adhesive 

C2TE S1 

A standard setting highly polymer modified and fibre reinforced adhesive with extended open time for bonding porcelain, ceramic, glass tiles and 

natural stone. 


Nicobond Flexible Fibre Adhesive is a highly flexible standard setting, S1 

classification, fibre reinforced wall and floor tile adhesive. Nicobond Flexible 

Fibre Adhesive offers an extended open time and has excellent grab and slip 


resistance. It can be used for fixing ceramic and glass wall and floor tiles, 

porcelain, mosaic and natural stones. May be used in areas where slight 


vibration occurs. 

Nicobond Flexible Fibre Adhesive will bond to most substrates and is 

Adjust Time: 15 - 20 mins recommended for tiling to Plastic Ply. 


Pot Life: Approx 5 hrs 



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Water 

Resistant 

12 - 18 

Hour Set 

Swimming 

Pools 

Nicobond Quickflex S1 Adhesive 

A fast setting high performance and flexible tile adhesive, ideal for bonding porcelain, fully vitrified, ceramic tiles and mosaics 

C2FT S1 




Adjust Time: 10 -15 mins 

Nicobond Quickflex S1 is a single part, fast setting and non slip, polymer 

modified, cement based S1 category tile adhesive, formulated to provide 

enhanced properties of adhesion to a variety of surfaces in interior and 

exterior situations. May be used in areas where slight vibration occurs 

Highly flexible, Nicobond Quickflex S1 is ideal for fixing ceramic, fully vitrified, 

porcelain tiles, mosaics and natural stones. Can be used for bonding to 

plywood. Recommended adhesive for tiling to plastic ply. 



Open Time: 10 -15 mins 



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Nicobond Standard Set Flex S1 Adhesive 

A standard setting high performance and flexible tile adhesive, ideal for bonding porcelain, fully vitrified, ceramic tiles and mosaics 

C2TE S1 




Adjust Time: 15 - 20mins 


Nicobond Standard Set Flex S1is a single part, standard setting, polymer 

enhanced, cement based S1 category tile adhesive with extended open time. 

Providing superb adhesion, Nicobond Standard Set Flex S1 will bond 

ceramic, fully vitrified, porcelain tiles, glass mosaics and natural stones to a 

variety of surfaces. Suitable for interior and exterior use. May be used in 

areas where slight vibration occurs. 

Can be used for bonding to plywood. 

Recommended adhesive for tiling to plastic ply. 

Pot Life: Approx 5 hrs 

Open Time: Approx 30 mins 



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Nicobond Ecoflex S1 Adhesive 


C2FT S1 

A fast setting, high performance, single part flexible and waterproof tile adhesive. Newly re-formulated using recycled material giving additional 

environmental benefits. 

Colour: Natural Grey 

A premium multipurpose rapid setting and highly flexible wall and floor tile 

adhesive. It has excellent initial grab and non - slip properties. Extremely 

versatile, Ecoflex Carbon Neutral Adhesive is compatible with ceramic tiles, 


porcelain, mosaic and natural stones and adheres to most commonly tiled 

substrates. 


It is ideal for use where any movement or vibration is anticipated. 

Recommended adhesive for tiling to Nicobond Plastic Ply. 






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Pools 

Eco 

Friendly 

Recycle 

Materials 

Nicobond Gypfix Adhesive 

A gypsum based tile adhesive for direct bonding to Calcium Sulphate/Anhydrite screeds 

Colour: White 


Coverage: 4 - 4½kg/m² 


Grouting: 18 - 24 hours 


Nicobond Gypfix is a rapid setting, white, gypsum based tile adhesive 

specially designed for fixing ceramic, porcelain and natural stone tiles directly 

to Anhydrite/Calcium Sulphate floors. It is designed for use in interior, dry 

situations and should not be subjected to immersion in water. 

Nicobond Gypfix is a high strength adhesive which achieves levels of bond 

strength on a par with traditional C2 category cement based adhesives. The 

product performs exceptionally well with undertile heating and other forms 

of UFH (under floor heating). 

Care must be taken to ensure the surface has been prepared correctly and 

moisture content readings taken. 




Floors Interior Undertile 

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4 Hour Set 

Nicobond Rapid Tile & Stone Adhesive 

Fast setting and semi pourable natural stone and tile adhesive 

C2F 





Nicobond Rapid Tile & Stone is a single part, semi pourable cement based 

and rapid setting adhesive for fixing marble, limestone, granite, slate and 

natural stone tiles in interior or exterior situations to solid concrete or screed 

floors where a resilient bond is required. 

When mixed with diluted Nicobond Enhancer 2002 it can also be used for 

bonding to plywood, glazed surfaces, flooring grade asphalt and hard vinyl 

tiles. 




Floors Interior Exterior Undertile 

Heating 

Water 

Resistant 

2 - 3 Hour 

Set 

Swimming 

Pools 





Nicobond Xtra Tile & Stone Adhesive 

A standard setting high build adhesive for bonding dense, low moisture absorbing natural stone as well as porcelain and ceramic tiles 

C2TE 






Nicobond Xtra Tile & Stone Adhesive is a single part, cement based 

waterproof, standard setting adhesive with extended open time. This 

product is a high build adhesive with the consistency of traditional mortar 

and can be used for bonding all types of ceramic wall and floor tiles, mosaic, 

slip bricks as well as marble, granite and other natural stones. Nicobond 

Xtra Tile & Stone Adhesive is suitable for tiling to sand/cement rendering, 

brick, blockwork, screeds and concrete. When mixed with diluted Nicobond 

Enhancer 2002 it can also be used for bonding to plywood, glazed surfaces, 

flooring grade asphalt and hard vinyl tiles. 

Pot Life: 5 hrs 



Wall Floors Interior Exterior Flexible Undertile 

Heating 

Water 

Resistant 


12 - 24 

Hour Set 

Swimming 

Pools 

Nicobond Quickflex Adhesive 

A quick setting, thin or thick bed flexible tile adhesive 

C2FT 



Coverage: 1½ - 4kg/m² 

A single part, quick setting, waterproof, thin or thick-bed flexible adhesive 

for fixing ceramic wall or floor tiles, porcelain, mosaic and natural stones in 

interior or exterior situations where a resilient bond is required. 

When mixed with diluted Nicobond Enhancer 2002 can be used for bonding 

to: plywood, glazed surfaces, flooring grade asphalt and hard vinyl tiles. 





Available in: 20 kg 

Walls Floors Interior Exterior Non-Slip Undertile 

Heating 

Water 

Resistant 


Pools 

Nicobond Standard Set Flex Adhesive 

A standard setting polymer modified flexible tile adhesive 

C2 TE 



Coverage: 2 - 2¼kg/m² 

A single part, non-slip, polymer enhanced, standard setting, waterproof, 

flexible adhesive for fixing ceramic wall and floor tiles, porcelain, mosaic and 

natural stones in interior or exterior situations where a resilient bond is 

required. 

Exceeds requirements of BS EN 12004 



Pot Life: 5 hours 


Available in: 20 kg 


Heating 

Swimming 

Pools 

Water 

Resistant 

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Nicobond Quickfix Adhesive 

A quick setting, thin or thick bed flexible tile adhesive 

C1 FT 

Colour: Grey 




Nicobond Quickfix is a fast setting thin or thick bed tile adhesive, suitable 

for fixing ceramic wall, floor, terracotta and quarry tiles to sand/cement 

rendering, brick, blockwork, screed and concrete. Suitable for interior or 

exterior situations. 

When mixed with diluted Nicobond Enhancer 2002 it can also be used for 

bonding to plywood, glazed surfaces, flooring grade asphalt and hard vinyl 

tiles. 





Packaging: 20 kg 

Walls Floors Interior Exterior Non-Slip Water 

Resistant 

3 Hour Set 

Nicobond Nico-lastic Tile Adhesive 

A highly versatile, non slip, high strength and highly flexible, reaction resin tile adhesive. 

R2T 

Colour: Component 

A: White 

B: Beige 



Grouting: 24 hrs 

Nicobond Nico-lastic is a two component epoxy polyurethane adhesive 

which is genuinely multi-purpose. It is capable of bonding ceramic and 

porcelain tiles, natural stone, moisture sensitive resin agglomerate stones 

and resin/mesh backed thin tiles to a variety of substrates including stainless 

steel, fibreglass and PVC as well as conventional tileable backgrounds. 

An ideal adhesive for bonding tiles and mosaics to kitchen worktops, fixing 

tiles on metal surfaces in prefabricated bathrooms or pods and for bonding 

unstable natural stones which are moisture sensitive or susceptible to 

staining. 

Pot Life: Approx 1 hr at 23⁰ 

Open Time: Approx 50 mins 

Set Time: Approx 24hrs at 23⁰ 

Packaging: 5 kg 


Heating 

Flexible 

Water 

Resistant 

Swimming 

Pools 

Chemical 

Resistant 


Grouts and Sealants 

Nicobond Flexible Grout Plus 

A superior highly flexible grout with anti efflorescence, anti mould and unique Aquablok technology. Suitable for joint widths 2 – 20mm. 

CG2 

Joint Width: 2 - 20mm 

Coverage: See page 115 


Setting Time: Approx 3hrs 

Ready for Use: 8 – 12hrs 

A superior, single part, fast setting, highly polymer modified, cement based 

grout. Nicobond Flexible Grout Plus is free from efflorescence has 

excellent anti mould properties. Incorporating AquaBlok Technology, 

Nicobond Flexible Grout Plus is both water resistant and water repellent. 

Suitable for use with ceramic, porcelain, glass and natural stone tiles. 

Designed for situations where slight background movement or vibration is 

likely. Nicobond Flexible Grout Plus is available in a range of contemporary 

colours designed to co-ordinate with our silicone sealants. 

Available in: 10, 2.5 kg 

Black 

Silver Grey 

Cream 

Slate Grey 

White 

Limestone 

Walls Floors Interior Exterior Flexible Water 

Resistant 

Stain 

Resistant 

Mid Grey 

Jasmine 

Light Coffee 

Swimming 

Pools 

Undertile 

Heating 

Hygienic 

Nicobond Tilers Grout 

A water resistant grouting compound for ceramic wall and floor tiles, mosaic and marble 

CG1 

Joint Width: 

White, Limestone, Ivory up to 4mm 

Grey, Charcoal, Biege up to 20mm 



Setting Time: 18 - 24 hrs 

Available in two grades, a fine version for the lighter coloured narrow joints, 

typically used on walls and a coarser version in the darker shades more 

suited to floor applications. 

For grouting porcelain bodied tiles or grouting in demanding conditions such 

as a leisure pool it is recommended to use Nicobond Enhancer 2002. 

It is highly compressible and has good adhesion to the porous or glazed 

edges of tiles. 

Ready for Use: Approx 24hrs 

Available in: 20, 10, 5, 2.5, 1kg 

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Swimming 

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White Limestone Ivory Beige Grey Charcoal 

Nicobond Silicone Sealant 

A high quality silicone sealant for sealing around wash basins, bath surrounds and showers 

Coverage: 9lm in 6 x 6mm bead 

Full Cure Approx: 24 hrs 

Shore Hardness: (A scale) 25 

Movement: ± 25% of joint 

Skinning Time: 10 - 25mins 

Working Life: Approx 5 mins 

Available in: 310 ml 

A ready to use, high modulus, acetoxy cure silicone sealant complying with 

ISO 11600-F-25HM. Nicobond Silicone Sealant cures rapidly on exposure 

to atmospheric humidity to form a durable, flexible and long lasting weather 

tight seal. Nicobond Silicone Sealant has excellent adhesion to a range of 

construction materials including glass and glazed surfaces as well as some 

metals and plastics. 

Forms a perfect seal around baths, bathroom fittings, showers, toilets, 

sanitaryware, kitchen sinks and rimless sink bowls. It can also be used for 

sealing and draught proofing around badly fitting window and door frames. 

Not suitable for total submersion in water. 

Black Silver Grey White Clear Jasmine Limestone Light 

Coffee 

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Nicobond Starlike Grout 


RG R2T 

Nicobond Starlike is an easy to use extreme performance grout that can also be used as a mortar. Unique patented epoxy based technology has 

created a grout with excellent long tem U.V resistance 

Joint Width: 1 - 15mm 

Max Adhesive bed: 10mm 


Adhesive: at 3mm thick 3kg/m² 

Nicobond Starlike Grout is waterproof, stain & mould resistant and is 

extremely easy to clean. It has superb acid resistant properties and is very 

easy to mix, apply & clean off. When fully cured, 

Nicobond Starlike Extreme Performance Grout provides an attractive, 

durable and chemical resistant finish to the tiled surface. 


Setting Time: 6 - 8 hours 

Available in: 2.5kg 

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Water 

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Swimming 

Pools 

Black 

Mid Grey 

White 

Cream 

Slate Grey 

Silver Grey 

Stain 

Resistant 

Chemical 

Resistant 

Food 

Preparation 

Jasmine 

Limestone 

Light Coffee 

Nicobond Starlike Sparkle 

Nicobond Starlike Sparkle, a range of glitter additives which when combined 

with Nicobond Starlike Extreme Performance Grout produce unique and 

attractive sparkle effects to the grout 

Black 

Starlike 

Sparkle Galaxy 

Starlike 

Sparkle Gold 

Starlike 

Sparkle Silver 

Slate Grey 

Colour: Galaxy, Silver and Gold 

Mid Grey 

Add to Starlike 

Silver Grey 

Glitter: Polyester/Metal/Epoxy 

White 

Available in: 75gm 

Jasmine 

Cream 

Limestone 


Heating 

Water 

Resistant 

Swimming 

Pools 

Light Coffee 

Nicobond Starlike Resin Cleaner 

A concentrated liquid detergent with an alkaline pH especially formulated 

for the cleaning and effective removal of residues or film of epoxy resin 

mortars from tiled surfaces. 

Nicobond Starlike Resin Remover Pro 

A high density alkaline liquid gel detergent designed to remove stubborn 

epoxy resin mortar streaks and stains from the surface of ceramic tiles and 

mosaics 

Colour: Clear 

Smell: Peach 

pH: 12 ± 0.5 

Coverage: 10 – 15m²/litre 

Available in: 1 Litre bottle 

Colour: White 

Smell: Characteristic 

pH: 12 ± 0.5 

Coverage: Approx 2-3m²/0.5 litre 

Available in: 500ml bottle 


Paints 

Synergy 

We have collaborated with leaders in paint, Dulux, who have 

engaged in colour trend forecasting for over 15 years. Alongside 

our design and product team at N&C, we have together worked 

to produce a strong pallette of colours that perfectly 

complements the Synergy Series, yet adheres to future 

consumer and commercial tastes in the interiors world. 

Vinyl Matt - available in 1 litre, 2.5 litre and 5 litre 

High opacity emulsion in a great finish for everyday use. Suitable for all 

normal interior wall and ceiling surfaces. 

Diamond Matt - available in 5litre 

Diamond Matt offers unrivalled durability in a classic matt finish. 

Innovative stain repellent technology protects walls from scuffs and 

stains, keeping busy spaces looking god for longer. 

Diamond Eggshell - available in 5 litre 

Diamond Eggshell offers fantastic durability with stain repellent 

technology. Offering a mid sheen finish Diamond Eggshell is especially 

useful in spaces with high moisture such as kitchens and bathrooms 

Synergy A 

Heart Wood 

Synergy B 

Fallen Burr 

Synergy C 

Paper Chain 

Synergy D Roasted Bracken 4 

Synergy E Salisbury Stones 5 

Synergy F 

Synergy G Ice Storm 3 

Synergy H Night Jewels 5 

Synergy I Grey Steel 4 

Synergy J 

Synergy K Ice Storm 2 

Synergy L 

Synergy M Synergy N Synergy O 

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Ancillaries 

Nicobond Enhancer 2002 

A highly modified acrylic resin emulsion which improves the properties of Nicobond cementitious adhesives and grouts under demanding conditions 

Colour: White Liquid 

Mixing Ratio: See page 113 

Stir immediately before use 

Non-toxic 

Improve adhesion, flexibility, resilience and chemical resistance to our cement 

based adhesives and grouts by adding Nicobond Enhancer 2002 to the 

gauging liquid. This will aid bonding of large ceramic panels, 

impervious natural stone slabs and fully vitrified or porcelain tiles to a variety 

of substrates including some metals and decorative laminates. 

Nicobond Enhancer 2002 also imparts flexibility to tiling applications where 

slight background movement or vibration may occur. 

Non-flammable 

Available in: 120, 25, 4, 1ltr 


Resistant 

Stain 

Resistant 

Swimming 

Pools 

Nicobond Render Improver 

New improved formulation – an additive to improve the physical properties of key coats, spatterdash and sand/cement render 

Colour: White 

Tensile Strength 

NRI/Water/Cement Keycoat: 

1.95N/mm² at 14 days 

NRI/Cement Keycoat: 2.16N/mm² 

NRI/ 3:1 Sand/Cement 

Render: 3.9N/mm² 

A synthetic polymer emulsion based dispersion for improving the bond 

strength of key-coat, spatterdash and sand/cement render. As an additive 

it improves the adhesion of key coats to spatterdash or concrete substrates. 

Nicobond Render Improver is also an admixture for sand/cement render 

where tensile, flexural and compressive strengths and workability are all 

greatly improved. 

Flexural Strength: 

6.8N/mm² at 28days 

Compressive Strength: 

34N/mm² at 28 days 

Available in: 200, 25, 5 ltr 


Resistant 

Swimming 

Pools 

Nicobond Universal Bonding Agent and Sealer (UBAS) 

A high quality PVA bonding agent, multipurpose, can be used as a household adhesive, for woodwork or as a simple additive to 

sand/cement mortar 


(dries to clear film) 

Mixing Ratio: See data sheet 

Coverage: 6 - 8m 2 

on low suction background 

using undiluted material 

Non-toxic 

A high solids content PVA emulsion, for most building site jobs and general 

repairs.Priming plywood, timber and similar internal surfaces prior to fixing 

ceramic tiling. Bonding agent prior to plastering and sand/cement 

rendering. Additive to upgrade interior sand/cement mixes. Sealer for porous 

surfaces. Prevents concrete floors dusting. General purpose woodworking 

and household adhesive. 

Conforms to BS 5270 

Non-flammable 

Available in: 5, 1 ltr 

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Flooring Solutions 

Nicobond Primer 

An acrylic dispersion used for priming sand/cement screeds, concrete or render prior to applying Nicobond flooring or tiling products 

Colour: White liquid 

Coverage: See data sheet 

Mixing Ratio: See data sheet 

Drying Time: 1 - 2 hrs 

Non-toxic 

A white acrylic emulsion-based liquid for use prior to application of Nicobond 

ceramic tile adhesives and floor surfacing compounds. Specially formulated 

for preparing porous or difficult cementitious floors and walls prior to the 

application of Nicobond ceramic tile adhesives, screeds and surfacing 

compounds. 

By reducing porosity of surfaces Nicobond Primer increases adhesion of 

cement based ceramic tile adhesive and surfacing compounds. Dries almost 

transparent and does not stain. 

Non-flammable 

Available in: 5, 1 ltr 


Resistant 

Swimming 

Pools 

Nicobond ScreedPro Rapid Repair Mortar 

A cement based rapid repair mortar that is fast setting and hardening and ideal for external or internal use. 

Pot Life: Use immediately 

Initial Set: Approx 20 mins 

Ready: 45 - 60 mins 

Fast setting 

Versatile product 

ScreedPro Rapid Repair Mortar is a high strength rapid setting and 

hardening cement based repair product, which is ideal for repairing internal 

or external concrete or cement screeded floors prior to the application of 

other surface treatments. 

It produces a thixotropic and non-slump mortar which can also be used for 

general repairs to stairs and steps and also for plugging holes in floors and 

walls as well as making patch repairs prior to the application of a damp proof 

membrane. 

Can be extended with clean 

sharp sand for larger areas 


Walls Floors Interior Exterior 10 mins Water 

Resistant 

1 Hour Set 

Nicobond ScreedPro Latex 

A conventional, two part low odour self smoothing compound with excellent flow and flexibility. Used extensively over undertile heating to 

encapsulate wires prior to tiling. 

Rapid Setting 

Self Smoothing 

Excellent Flow 

Protein Free 

ScreedPro Latex is a conventional and economical to use, two part, low 

odour, fast setting compound designed for smoothing uneven floors prior to 

the installation of floor coverings. ScreedPro Latex can be used in kitchens, 

bathrooms, living areas and commercial applications such as schools, care 

homes, offices and retail environments. 

For sound but absorbent concrete or screed surfaces mix ScreedPro Latex 

powder with ScreedPro Latex liquid. When applying to plywood or other 

timber surfaces and non porous concrete use ScreedPro Latex Flex liquid. 

Feather Edge 

High Flexibility 

Low Shrinkage 

Floors Interior 1 - 2 hours 

Foot Traffic 

Protein 

Free 

Undertile 

Heating 

20 - 30 

mins 

Low Odour 

Available in: 20kg/4ltr 

Lifetime 

Guarantee 

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ScreedPro All Purpose 

A versatile rapid drying, rapid setting two part low odour self smoothing underlayment with excellent flow and flexibility. 

Rapid Setting 


Excellent Flow 

Added Fibres 

ScreedPro All Purpose is a medium strength two part, low odour, fast setting 

and fast drying, OPC free underlayment designed for smoothing uneven 

floors prior to the installation of floor coverings. 

ScreedPro All Purpose is specially formulated to give good adhesion to old 

adhesive residues and is ideal for renovation or refurbishment of floors in 

kitchens, bathrooms, schools and care homes etc where fast track 

installation is required. 

OPC Free 

Low Shrinkage 

Low Odour 

Floors Interior Flexible 30 mins Protein Undertile 

Foot Traffic Free Heating 

Rapid Drying 

Available in: 20kg, 4.8kg 

10 mins OPC Free Water Lock Lifetime 

Formulation Guarantee 

Nicobond ScreedPro Level Floor 

A premium, self smoothing, pre-aggregated, fast setting compound which can be laid up to 50mm in one single application providing an even 

base suitable for ceramic/porcelain and natural stone tile installations. 

Rapid Setting 


Pumpable 

Protein Free 

ScreedPro Level Floor is a cement based smoothing and levelling 

compound that is designed to rapidly smooth and level existing 

substrates prior to applying a floor finish. 

ScreedPro Level Floor is the perfect solution for renovation and making 

good a concrete or cement screeded floor prior to installing ceramic/ 

porcelain or natural stone floor tiles. 

Tiling Base 

Low Shrinkage 

Low Odour 

Floors Interior Pumpable 2 hours Protein Undertile 


Pre-aggregated 


20 - 30 

mins 

Lifetime 

Guarantee 

Nicobond ScreedPro Cement Mix 

A premium rapid setting, rapid drying and low shrinkage cement replacement for use in floor screeds. 

Rapid Setting 

Rapid Drying 

Protein Free 

Low Shrinkage 

Used to replace Ordinary Portland Cement in sand:cement screed mixes, 

ScreedPro Cement Mix has rapid high strength development producing a 

screed which can be walked on after 2 hours and tiled after only 3 hours. It 

is ideal for use in bonded screeds and floating floors where fast drying is 

required. 

Refer to the data sheet for information on design mixes and detailed 

coverage figures for bonded, unbonded and floating screeds. 

Bonded Screed 

Unbonded Screed 

Floating Screed 

Floors Interior Exterior 

2 hours 

Foot Traffic 

Undertile 

Heating 

45 mins 


Lifetime 

Guarantee 



Nicobond D-Mat 3L 

For tiling onto a cracked floor or green screed. Use Nicobond D-Mat 3L, for tiling on to problem substrates to avoid cracked tiles 

Tough and durable 

Watertight textured fleece 

Tile onto green screed 

Thickness: 3mm 

Prevents the transfer of 

stresses in tiles 

Nicobond D-Mat 3L is a versatile, decoupling mat that acts as an uncoupling 

membrane for problematic substrates. It has superb crack bridging 

properties which help to prevent the transfer of stresses between the 

substrate and the tiled surface, preventing damage and cracking of tile 

installations. 

The triple layer mat also functions as a waterproof and water vapour 

equalisation membrane. Residual moisture will dissipate through the 

channels created by its grid like construction allowing tiling to be completed 

on a green screed. As a classified watertight membrane it is also the perfect 

solution for uncoupling in wet areas such as bathrooms and wet rooms. 

Suppresses cracks in screed 

Load bearing 

Size: 1m x 30m - 1m x 10m rolls 


Heating 

Water 

Resistant 

Nicobond Disconnecting Sheet 

For laying a temporary tiled floor in a rented or commercial property or for tiling over a contaminated floor. 

Quick and easy to install 

Strong and durable 

Synthetic fabric 

with a bonded mesh 

Thickness: 0.7mm 

Our Nicobond Disconnecting Sheet allows floor tiles to be laid in temporary 

accommodation, showrooms and exhibition areas where tiles can be 

installed, then subsequently lifted and removed easily with no damage or 

penetration to the subfloor. 

Designed to be used in areas where a temporary solution for bedding tiles 

is required, it is also ideal as an uncoupling membrane where the condition 

of the floor does not facilitate good adhesion between the tile adhesive and 

the substrate such as old or contaminated screeds, tiled or painted surfaces. 

Corrosion resistant 

Suitable for undertile heating 

Size: 1m x 50m roll 


Heating 

Nicobond Wet Room Self Adhesive Tanking Sheet 

A highly flexible & robust self adhesive butyl rubber /polypropylene tanking sheet for effective waterproofing of walls and floors. 

Colour: Grey 

Size: 1000mm x 10m roll 


Supplied in a 10mt x 1mt roll Nicobond Wet room Self Adhesive Tanking 

Sheet is a dry lay system for tanking walls and floors in a wet room or shower 

environment and can be used with individual Nicobond Wet Room 

components or as part of our Nicobond Wet Room 10m² Self Adhesive 

Tanking Kit. 

Using the same technology as our Nicobond Wet Room Waterproof Tape 

Tensile Strength: 7N/mm 2 and Corners the sheet version also has the self adhesive butyl rubber 

backing, is highly flexible and has exceptional accommodation of movement. 

Ceramic and porcelain tiles can be laid immediately after installing offering 

an instant advantage over “wet” systems. The polypropylene fleece providing 

a stable background for the tiles to bond to. 

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Nicobond PlasticPly TM 

Prevents floor tiles and grout from cracking when tiling on to a timber floor. Eliminates through overboarding the need for a step as 

only 2mm thick. 

Easy to cut and install 

Self adhesive sheets 

Strong durable material 

Ready to tile onto 

A revolutionary solution to fixing tiles and natural stone to timber floors. 

Prevents problems of damage to tiles by reducing the effects of timber 

shrinkage, warping and rotting. Eliminates the need to install thick sheets of 

marine grade plywood (min 15mm) or similar over-boarding products. Easy 

to cut, easy to install. Manufactured using 50% recycled plastic ingredients 

We recommend our C2 S1 category adhesives for fixing tiles onto Plastic 

Ply, these are Nicobond Rapidflex, Nicobond Single Part Flexible, Nicobond 

Large Format Floor Tile Adhesive and Nicobond Ecoflex. 

Plastic Ply 

Self Adhesive 

Grout Tile Adhesive Tile Timber 

Floor 

Size of sheet 600 x 500mm 


Moisture resistant 

Extract from BEAL Approval - 

The Plastic Ply system prevents the fracture of the finished tiled floor over all nominated timber floor 

substrates constructed with timber joists at 600mm centres, and in conjunction with a number of 

differing adhesives. On average the floors required a deflection of more than 3 times the required 

deflection before failure occurred; generally through the cracking of tiles 

Size: Pk 4 sheets (1.2m 2 ) 

Floors Interior Flexible Undertile 

Heating 

Recycled 

Water 

Resistant 

Nicobond Acoustic Matting 

Designed to reduce impact sound transmission through ceramic floor tiles on a concrete floor. Complies with Building Regulations 2010 

Document E. 

Colour: Brown/Beige fleck 

Size: 1m x 20m x 3mm roll 

Class B2 Fire Rated 

Density: 390 kg/m3 

Can be used under tiles, 

stone, vinyl, wood, carpet 

Nicobond Acoustic Matting is manufactured from a fine granulate of recycled 

rubber with cork and PU elastomer bonding agent. Nicobond Acoustic 

Matting provides a very effective underlay with the added benefit of 

thermal insulation properties. Complies with the requirements of Building 

Regulations 2010 Document E. To be used as part of the Nicobond Sound 

Reduction System. See N&C Nicobond Tiling Solutions for more information 

on the Nicobond Sound Reduction System. 

Nicobond Acoustic Matting can be used under Ceramic Tiles, Stone, Vinyl, 

Wood, Carpet and Laminate. Weighted reduction in impact sound pressure 

level for 3mm thick matting (∆Lw): 18dB. 

Zero ODP - Zero GWP 


Heating 

Recycled Insulation Fire 

Resistant 

Nicobond Standard and Fire Retardant Protection Board 

Manufactured from polypropylene, Nicobond Protection Board offers tough all round protection on the job site. 

Colour: Black/White 


Density: 250gm/m 2 

Sheet Size: 2400 x 1200mm 

Roll Size: 50 x 1m 

Must be used print side up 

Nicobond Protection Board is manufactured from all purpose twin wall fluted 

polypropylene providing excellent impact and splash resistance. This 

functional board is ideal for protection of new tile installations, kitchen fit outs, 

work tops and other critical areas including windows. It can be used on walls 

and floors, is easy to cut, can be curved or creased to go round awkward 

structures and offers all builders an economic, temporary means of 

protection while other trades go about their work. 

The Fire Retardant grade is fully approved to LPS 1207 and meets the 

stringent quality control standards of the LCPB (Loss Prevention Certification 

Board). This caters for the increased concern of combustible materials 

fuelling fires. The LCPB logo and certificate number is clearly printed on every 

board. Use D8018610 50m x 50mm Silver Protection Board Tape for joining 

boards together. 


Resistant 

Fire 

Resistant 


Tile Backer Board 

Nicobond Tile Backer Board and Construction Panel 

A polystyrene hard foam core and coated with a glass-fibre mesh reinforced cement based mortar layer on both sides 

87kg/m 2 weight loading 

Insulating properties 

Class O fire rated 

High U value 

Nicobond Tile Backer Board is lightweight, very robust, easy to cut, easy to 

install, waterproof and is available in numerous sizes and thicknesses 

providing solutions for many tiling and building situations. It can be used as 

a direct replacement for gypsum plaster board or timber wall boards in wet 

areas, overlay damaged boards or provide additional protection to similar 

wall boards. 

Eco friendly – Zero Ozone layer depletion 

Improves undertile heating 

600 x 1200 x 6mm N2553006 

600 x 1200 x 10mm N2553010 

600 x 2400 x 12.5mm N2553012 

600 x 2400 x 20mm N2553020 

600 x 2400 x 30mm N2553030 

600 x 2400 x 40mm N2553040 

600 x 2400 x 50mm N2553050 

600 x 2400 x 60mm N2553060 

600 x 2400 x 70mm N2553070 

2400 x 1200 x 12.5mm 

N2553084 

Walls Floors Interior Exterior Fire 

Resistant 

Water 

Resistant 

Eco 

Friendly 

Insulation 

Undertile 

Heating 

Nicobond Tile Backer Board does not use either 

HCFC or CFC gases during manufacture and 

has an Ozone Depletion rating of zero. 

Nicobond Pre-Cut Panels 

Pre-slit construction panels for creating rounded shapes 

Boards Sizes: 

1200 x 600 x 20mm 

Create long curvy shapes 

with the horizontal cuts 

Create tall curved walls with 

the vertical cuts 

Nicobond Tile Backer Board is a very versatile material and a new 

variant is a range of horizontal and vertical pre-cut panels which enable the 

board to be formed into curved shapes or structures. 

Round partition walls, bath surrounds or round wall construction elements 

can be quickly and easily achieved. 

Class O fire rated 

1200 x 600 x 20mm vertical 

N2553100 


Resistant 

Insulation 

Undertile 

Heating 

1200 x 600 x 20mm horizontal 

N2553102 

Water 

Resistant 

Eco 

Friendly 

Nicobond Tile Backer Board does not use either 

HCFC or CFC gases during manufacture and 

has an Ozone Depletion rating of zero. 

Nicobond Jointing Tape 

Self adhesive jointing tape 

Self adhesive 

Easy to install 

48mm wide 

A self adhesive tape for the simple jointing of Nicobond Tile Backer Boards 

on wall or floor sections and corners. 

Nicobond Jointing Tape 48mm x 45m roll N2552120 

45m roll 

High strength 

Mesh construction 

Walls 

Floors 

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Nicobond Pipe Covers 

The easy to fit pipe cover ready for immediate tiling or painting 

Perfect fit for soil stacks 

Fitted within minutes 

Lightweight and easy to cut 

Ready to tile or paint 

Thermally Insulated 

Waterproof and flame retardant 

Nicobond Pipe Covers are manufactured from high density extruded 

polystyrene with a specially formulated reinforced cementitious smooth 

surface coating. Nicobond Pipe Covers are designed to be placed directly 

over the pipe routes. They are fixed directly to the wall using Nicobond 

Sealant and do not require studding or plastering. Nicobond Pipe Covers 

can be easily trimmed if required to suit site conditions. 

Nicobond pipe covers 140 x 140 x 2400mm 



N2553150 

N2553200 

N2553240 

Walls Floors Interior Insulation Water 

Resistant 

Eco 

Friendly 

Fire 

Resistant 

Nicobond PU Pro - Polyurethane Adhesive 

High strength polyurethane adhesive for Nicobond Tile Backer Board 

Colour: Translucent 

Open Time: Approx 10mins 

Suitable for marine use 

Compatible with marble 

and stone 

A single part, moisture hardening adhesive, ideal for glueing components of 

Nicobond Tile Backer Board together and to a variety of substrates 

including plaster, wood, metals, stone, ceramics and plastic. It is also the 

recommended adhesive for attaching pipe covers to wall substrates. 

Conforms to EN 204 (D4) 

N2553130 Nicobond Polyurethane (PU) Adhesive 310ml. 

Installation Temp: Min 5ºC 

Service Temperature: 

-30ºC - +80ºC 


Resistant 

Available in: 310ml 

Nicobond Mechanical Fixing Systems 

A range of fixing products for the secure installation of Nicobond Tile Backer Boards 

Very strong hammer fixing 

Different lengths available 

Complete screw & washers 

Rust proof 

Available: Packs of 50 

Nicobond Hammer-in fixings are used for fastening Nicobond Tile Backer 

Board to solid substrates. Using a 6mm drill bit, drill through the board into 

Nicobond Quickfix through to the wall substrate and hammer/screw into 

place. Use galvanised screws and washers for normal stud walls. 

Hammer-in fixings 70mm N2553110 

Galvanised screws & washers 45mm N2553112 

Galvanised screws & washers 25mm N2553114 

Galvanised washers 35mm dia N2553116 

Walls Floors Interior 


tile backer board 

wall & floor adhesive 

Backer Board Steam Rooms 

Nicobond Backer Board Loungers are 

manufactured using a high density polystyrene 

foam that is robust, has high compression 

strength of 300kPa at 10%.The highly polymer 

modified cementitious reinforced surface is 

perfect for tiling directly onto. 

Interior Exterior Fire 

Resistant 

Insulation 

Water 

Resistant 

Eco 

Friendly 

Swimming 

Pools 

Undertile 

Heating 

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Nicobond Backer Board Steam Room 

Internal use 

External use 

Fire resistant 

Water resistant 

Swimming pools 

Undertile heating 

Nicobond Backer Board Loungers 

Health spa’s 

Swimming pools 

Jacuzzi’s 

Steam rooms 

Tiles 

Tile Adhesive 

Cementitous Hard Coat 

Reinforcement Mesh 

Nicobond Undertile Heating Cable 


Cementitous Adhesive 

Rigid Foam Core 

Fitness centres 

Nicobond Backer Board Showers 

Creative design 

Curved enclosures 

Bath panels 

Utility bench 

Spiral Enclosures 

Bespoke Enclosures 

Round Enclosures 


Choose your Complete 

Wet Room System for 

Total Confidence 

A wet room can be built up using 5 easy steps. 

Simply select the options that are suited to your 

wet room environment and usage. 

1 

Shower 

2 

Drainage 

Deck 

Choose a suitable shower deck based on the 

environment and whether the floor covering 

will be tiled or vinyl installation for a totally 

water tight solution. Suitable for both 

concrete and timber floor installations. 

Option 

Choose the suitable drainage system, 

whether standard or linear, with relevant 

waste system for the chosen deck. 

3 

Tanking 

4 

Shower 

System and 

Sub Floor Preparation 

Wet Room Tanking 

Use Nicobond Wet Room Waterproofing 

Membrane, Tanking Sheet and other 

components to create a water tight wet 

room environment. 

Screen Type 

& Configuration 

Choose from a vast selection of 

configurations and attractive screen 

types suitable for your wet room space. 

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Tiles 

and Accessories 

Select your preferred wall tiles, floor 

tiles and shower fittings.

Wet Rooms 

Specialist Manufacturer’s of the 

Complete Wet Room System 

At Nicobond, we are unique in being able to combine our manufacturing facilities to be able to offer you a ‘Total Wet Room Solution’. 

Using our experience, we have created a complete wet room system which ensures peace of mind, because each component is 

designed to work in harmony with each other to create a cost effective, easy to install solution which is watertight, practical and easy to 

maintain. 

Installation on to Wooden Floor 

Installation on to Concrete Floor 

Drainage Cover 

Tiled Floor 


Drain Clamping Ring 

Large Pipe Collar 

Premier Shower Deck 

Wet Room Waterproof Tape 

Wet Room Tanking Sheet 


Plastic Ply 


Tiled Floor 







Wet Rooms 

N&C Premier Infinity Shower Deck 

Unique waterproof revolutionary factory fitted sliding drain system. Experience Luxury with the Invisible Infinity Waste System 

Our N&C Premier Infinity Deck is a revolutionary shower deck with a unique, 

factory-fitted waste outlet which can be moved along by the installer to align 

the waste in the correct position. The sliding action of the outlet means that 

the deck can be sited in a convenient position where obstacles such as a 

joist can be avoided. 

The deck also features a unique waste removal system, which means that 

the finished result is an invisible, seamless and highly attractive waste system 

that is discreet and attractive. The precision engineered single direction 

gradient, complemented by the stainless steel edge allows for the high 

volume removal of waste water. 

Short side waste 

This is a highly innovative approach to linear decks where we offer a 

practical, attractive and fuss free alternative to other conventional linear 

drainage systems. 

155mm 

With threaded waste outlet 

38mm 

Slideable waste, up to 

155mm, to avoid joists 

Invisible drainage system 

Short side waste 

1200 x 900mm P6822008 

Long side waste 

1200 x 900mm P6822007 

Long side waste 

Square deck waste 

1200 x 1200mm P6822006 


470kg load capacity 

Density: 22Kg/m² 

Self supporting 

50% recycled plastic 

Can be tiled direct 


Resistant 

Recycled 

N&C Premier Infinity Trap System 

Supplied complete with 95 0 & straight 38mm multi-fit pipe connectors 

50mm water seal 

100mm overall depth 

22 ltr per minute flow rate 

Supplied complete with 95 o & straight 

38mm multi-fit pipe connectors 

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Wet Rooms 

N&C Premier Infinity Tileable Insert Grating 

50mm 

50mm 

850mm 

1150mm 

Stainless Steel 

Tray Type 

900 x 50 x 10mm S2220500 

900 x 50 x 12mm S2220502 

900 x 50 x 14mm S2220504 

1200 x 50 x 10mm S2220501 

1200 x 50 x 12mm S2220503 

1200 x 50 x 14mm S2220505 

N&C Premier Infinity Tileable Grate 

50mm 

50mm 

850mm 

1150mm 


Flat Plate Type 

900 x 50 x 4mm S2220506 1200 x 50 x 4mm S2220507 

N&C Premier Infinity Inclined Shower Profile 

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1 

24 

1 

11 

22.4 

11 

1 

24 

1 

11 

22.4 

Front View 

Front View 

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11 

Right hand illustrated 

24 

24 


Flat Plate Type 

1 

Right Hand 9mm - 900mm (889mm) S2220520 

Left Hand 9mm - 900mm (889mm) S2220522 



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1 

24 

1 

11 

22.4 

11 

1 

24 

1 

11 

22.4 

Front View 

Front View 

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11 

24 

24 

1 





12.5 

1 

25.5 

1 

12.5 

22.4 

12.5 

1 

25.5 

1 

12.5 

22.4 

Front View 

Front View 

25.5 

12.5 

5.5 

12.5 

1 

Right Hand 12.5mm - 900mm (889mm) S2220528 

Left Hand 12.5mm - 900mm (889mm) S2220530 

Right Hand 12.5mm - 1200mm(1189mm) S2220529 

Left Hand 12.5mm - 1200mm(1189mm) S2220531 


Wet Rooms 

N&C Premier Shower Deck 

The Premier Shower Deck can easily be installed onto concrete by removing the screed, or onto timber floors, by removing the floorboards and 

fixing directly onto the joists 

One of the key elements in the construction of a wetroom - the Premier 

Shower Deck is a robust and stable floor former which can be laid 

directly on to suspended timber joists or inlaid to a screed or concrete floor. 

With a built in fall for easy water drainage the Premier Shower Deck is 

produced in square and rectangular shapes and is available in a wide variety 

of sizes. Combining the Phleximax Tile Shower Drain Assembly and our 

Finesse shower panels you can create the ultimate in wetrooms. 



900 x 900mm P6821934 

1000 x 1000mm P6821930 

1135 x 770mm P6821931 

1200 x 1200mm P6821936 

1200 x 800mm P6821941 

1300 x 800mm P6821932 

1400 x 900mm P6821935 

1500 x 800mm P6821933 

1800 x 800mm P6821940 

1450 x 1150mm P6821929 

1650 x 900mm P6821942 






Resistant 

Recycled 

Phleximax Tile Shower Drain Assembly 

Our new Phleximax tiled drain adapter can be used in conjunction with our best in class Premier Shower Deck for tiled wet floor areas. 

Finishes: Satin, polished, bronze 

Compatible with S2220183 

waste trap. 

Tile Frame Size; 120 x 120mm 

Height Adjustable: 

6mm to 26mm 

Suitable: 

Mosaics, tiles and natural stone 

The drain adapter assembly is available with three grate finishes, polished 

stainless steel, satin stainless steel or oil rubbed bronze for the traditional 

look. The easily adjustable threaded assembly allows our drain and grate to 

be used with tiles of varying thickness from 6mm - 20mm. 

The drain assembly has a robust clamping ring to secure our Nicobond large 

self adhesive pipe collar, prior to tiling, to provide water proofing around the 

drain. Traps for either gravity or pumped waste drainage using standard 

McAlpine trap systems are also available. The gravity system can be 

standard vertical waste connected or horizontal whilst the pump waste 

drainage has 22mm connections to suit our Hydro-Flow pumped waste 

system. 

Supplied with grate removal tool 

P6882550 

Satin 


P6882551 

Polished 


P6882552 

Oil Rubbed 

Bronze 

N&C Phleximax 50 Two Part 

A superb drainage system for installation in concrete or timber floors and our Premier Shower Deck 

Colour: Black 

Size of outlet: 50mm 

Depth of drain: 89mm 

Low profile 

Odour free trap 

This two piece gulley can be used in all floors but this has been specifically 

designed for use with timber floors and Floor Formers and can be plumbed 

prior to the installation of the floor or Former. 

Suitable for all floors but specifically designed for use with the Premier 

Shower Deck. 

N.B : Height of standard Phleximax 50 P6882441 is 76mm. 

Height of Phleximax two part is 89mm 

Phleximax 50 two part 

P6882471 

Easy to maintain 

For ceramic or vinyl floors 

Tile Insert 

P6882472 

Twist Insert 

P6882473 

Platinum Insert 

P6882474 

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Wet Rooms 

N&C Premier Linear Shower Deck 

The Premier Linear Shower Deck can be installed directly onto concrete by removing the screed, or onto timber floors, by removing the floorboards 

and fixing directly onto the joists 

The Premier Linear Shower Deck offers an attractive, yet unobtrusive option 

enabling the use of large format tiles for the creation of a trendy, minimalist 

wet room showering area with built-in falls. 

The Premier Linear Shower Deck allows you to achieve level access with the 

ability to extract a higher volume of water out of the shower area. 

600mm gulley 

900 x 1200mm P6821988 

1200 x 1200mm P6821987 

1500 x 900mm P6821989 

800mm gulley 

900 x 1400mm P6821985 

900 x 1600mm P6821986 








Resistant 

Recycled 

N&C Phlexiline Living Linear Drainage 

Grate,waste and trap 50mm outlet complete with concrete and joist door installation kits and ABS 1½ inch adaptor. 

Size of outlet: 50mm 

Odour free trap 

Drop 

Easy to maintain 

For ceramic tile floors 

Bottom Outlet Flow rate 72 litre per minute 

Twist 

Bottom Outlet gulley only 

106mm height 

P6882395 

Tile Insert 

Side Outlet Flow rate 60 litre per minute Low Mini Outlet Flow rate 30 litre per minute Side, Side Outlet Flow rate 60 litre per minute 

Side Outlet 

600mm Drop 

600mm Twist 

600mm Tile 

800mm Drop 

800mm Twist 

800mm Tile 

P6882500 

P6882501 

P6882502 

P6882510 

P6882511 

P6882512 

Low Mini Outlet 

600mm Drop 

600mm Twist 

600mm Tile 

800mm Drop 

800mm Twist 

800mm Tile 

P6882503 

P6882504 

P6882505 

P6882513 

P6882514 

P6882515 

Side, Side Outlet 

600mm Drop 

600mm Twist 

600mm Tile 

800mm Drop 

800mm Twist 

800mm Tile 

P6882506 

P6882507 

P6882508 

P6882516 

P6882517 

P6882518 


Wet Rooms 

Nicobond Wet Room Waterproofing Membrane 

Create a wet room using our highly flexible Nicobond Wet Room Waterproofing Membrane 

Min Film Thickness: 0.6mm 

Coverage: Min 1.2 kg/m² 

(Approx 1l/m²) 

Drying Time: 2 - 4 hrs 

Fix Tiles After: 2 - 4 hrs 

Tensile Strength/14days: 

1.3 - 2.1N/mm² 

A quick drying, aqueous emulsion polymer based liquid applied 

waterproofing membrane for rigid surfaces in wet rooms, bathrooms and 

showers. Use with Wet Room Waterproof Tape and accessories to create a 

total wet room system prior to the installation of ceramic tiles. 

For floors subject to movement such as plywood or to overlay moisture 

sensitive wall or floor substrates use Nicobond Wet Room Waterproof 

Tanking Sheet in conjunction with the Waterproofing Membrane to provide 

a higher specification tanking system in compliance with BS 5385 part 4. 

Complies with BS EN 14891:2012. 

Adhesive Tensile Strength: 

0.5N/mm² 

Available: 8 kg 


Resistant 


A highly flexible & robust self adhesive butyl rubber /polypropylene tanking sheet for effective waterproofing of walls and floors. 

Colour: Grey 

Size: 1000mm x 10m roll 


Supplied in a 10mt x 1mt roll Nicobond Wet Room Self Adhesive Tanking 

Sheet is a dry lay system for tanking walls and floors in a wet room or shower 

environment and can be used with individual Nicobond Wet Room 

components or as part of our Nicobond Wet Room 10m² Self Adhesive 

Tanking Kit. 

Using the same technology as our Nicobond Wet Room Waterproof Tape 

and Corners the sheet version also has the self adhesive butyl rubber 

backing, is highly flexible and has exceptional accommodation of movement. 

Ceramic and porcelain tiles can be laid immediately after installing offering 

an instant advantage over “wet” systems. The polypropylene fleece providing 

a stable background for the tiles to bond to. 

Tensile Strength: 7N/mm 2 Floors Interior Water 

Walls 

Resistant 

N&C Wet Zone 

Our N&C Wet Zone offers a time saving and labour saving method of creating a unique shower area in the bathroom 

Our N&C Wet Zone is quickly and easily assembled using the N&C Premier 

Shower Deck mounted onto the Wet Zone Base. The principle benefit being 

that the components sit directly onto the floor. This offers the perfect solution 

where it is impossible or impractical to breach the floor. Waste pipes and 

connections are all built in to the base and previous connections can 

be utilised. A shower screen, tiles and shower valve complete the 

transformation. 

For use with Premier Shower Deck 

P6821930 

1000 x 1000 x 105mm 

N2561000 

For use with Premier Shower Deck 

P6821933 

1500 x 800 x 105mm 

N2561500 


Resistant 

Recycled 

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Nicobond Wet Room Waterproof Tape 

A strong self adhesive reinforcing tape for floor and wall joints, forms part of the Nicobond Wet Room Tanking System 

Colour: Grey 


Tensile Strength: 7N/mm 2 

Durable and Very flexible 

Self adhesive 

Wet Rooms 

A key component in the Nicobond Wet Room System. Our self adhesive, 

strong polyethylene material is covered with a rubberised layer where the 

tape is used for bridging and reinforcing internal corners and floor and wall 

joints. Simply remove the backing release paper and press the tape firmly in 

to position. 

Size: 20mtrs x 80mm wide 

Walls Floors Interior Water 

Resistant 

Nicobond Wet Room Waterproof Internal and External Corners 

Special accessories to compliment the waterproof tape, forms part of the Nicobond Wet Room Tanking System 

Colour: Grey 



To ensure complete waterproofing in internal and external corners use the 

special self adhesive pre-formed angled corners. Bed corner pieces into 

position with Nicobond Wet Room Waterproof Membrane. Simply remove 

the backing release paper and press the tape firmly in to position. 


Self adhesive 

Size: 120 x 120mm 


Resistant 

Nicobond Wet Room Waterproof Pipe Collars 

Special designs for sealing around penetrating pipe work and drainage outlets, forms part of the Nicobond Wet Room Tanking System 

Colour: Grey 


For efficient sealing around pipework, valves and drainage outlets. Available 

as a small collar with a large piece for on site fabrication. Bed pipe collars 

into position with Nicobond Wet Room Waterproof Membrane. Simply 

remove the backing release paper and press the tape firmly in to position. 



Self adhesive 

120 x 120mm 

500 x 500mm 


Resistant 

When using the large collars over the 

Phleximax drain it is recommended to 

cut the aperture using the Phlexiknife 

to ensure accuracy and a snug fit. 

Phlexiknife P6882445 

Nicobond Wet Room 10m² Self Adhesive Tanking Kit 

A convenient kit providing all the necessary materials to waterproof a wet room area. 

Contents: 

10mt x 1mtr roll 

1 Litre primer 

20mtr x 80mm tape 

The Nicobond 10m² Self Adhesive Tanking Kit provides an excellent solution 

for quick and easy tanking in a wet room or shower environment. If tanking 

a wet room with a surface area in excess of 10m² then individual 

components may be purchased separately to complete the project. 

This kit enables watering over gypsum plaster and plasterboard wall 

surfaces, timber substrates and also our Premier Shower Decks if required. 

4 x internal corners 

1 x external corner 


Resistant 


wet rooms 

Wet Room Screens 

Our N&C range of wet room screens brings 

together innovation, style and functionality. The 

easy to install panels are available in a vast 

range of sizes to suit any bathroom size and 

shape. Our screens are produced with high 

quality 6-8mm toughened safety glass with 

minimalist fittings and fixings. 

Customers can choose from a selection of 

options that enhances any showering space by 

enabling freedom of movement, unhindered by 

traditional enclosure frames. Our screens can 

be installed onto a wet room floor or directly onto 

a shower tray. 

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Finesse Two 

8mm toughened safety glass 

Free standing and corner wall 

Profiles in chrome 

Wall support included 

Reversible 

Flexible seal 

Tray or wet floor installation 

Optional deflector panel 

Experience pure sophistication with Finesse Two, a 

frameless option that enhances any showering space by 

enabling freedom of movement, unhindered by traditional 

enclosure frames. 

As one of the most versatile in the collection, Finesse Two 

allows you to create the perfect showering option for any 

environment by simply selecting the style of your choice. 

Install onto a shower tray or directly onto the wet room 

floor. 

Freestanding: 

900 x 2000mm up to 1400 x 2000mm 

Corner Wall 

300 x 2000mm up to 1400 x 2000mm 

Mobile Panel 

300 x 2000mm 

Finesse Two Reflex 


Mirror effect on the face side 

Oxide, scratch, acid 

and salt spray resistant 

Finesse Two Reflex incorporates all the sophistication of 

Finesse Two whilst creating the illusion of space with its 

mirrored effect. The glass has a mirrored chromium 

treatment which is scratch, acid and salt spray resistant. 

With corner panels and mobile panels available this makes 

Finesse Two Reflex one of our most versatile ranges. 

Free standing and corner wall 


Wall support included 

Reversible 

Flexible seal 

Corner Wall 

300 x 2000mm up to 1400 x 2000mm 

Mobile Panel 

300 x 2000mm up to 400mm x 2000mm 


Creative 



Reversible 

Telescopic ceiling support 

Stability within a shower space is important. With Creative 

shower screens you are guaranteed additional support 

through an adjustable telescopic ceiling support without 

any extra cost. Creative, a cost effective solution for your 

bathroom. 

The polished chrome and square edge asesthetic allows 

users to combine functionaliby with modern design 


Clear scale treatment 

Freestanding: 

700 x 2000mm up to 1400 x 2000mm 

Corner Wall 

310 x 2000mm up to 510 x 2000mm 


Wet Rooms 

Transform 



Reversible 

Pivot release safety mechanism 

Low profile threshold bar 


60mm adjustment 


Transform encompasses a shower enclosure with a 

modern design and attractive bi-fold doors that 

incorporates a unique pivot safety mechanism. The pivot 

safety opening is guided by an innovative magnetic 

release. In day to day operation, the bi-fold door would 

fold inwards to accommodate a small bathroom. However, 

should a fall or accident occur, the quick pivot operation 

of the shower door will act as an emergency release 

feature to prevent harm from full contact with a glass door. 

A low threshold door, with a square edge chrome finish 

and anti-limescale treatment supplied as standard, makes 

transform the ideal choice for elegant, safe showering. 

Bi-Fold Doors 

800 x 2000mm up to 1000 x 2000mm 

Side Panels 

800 x 2000mm up to 900 x 2000mm 

Freespace Two 


Inclusive design 


Unique folding doors 

In-line and corner entry 

Enter a new generation of showering with Freespace Two. 

Designed with the whole family in mind, this unique award 

winning range is versatile with its split door functionality 

that allows users to assist loved ones, wash children or 

pets in the shower. 

The screen can be opened up completely when not in use 

to increase your bathroom space. Easy to install and 

operate, it adds instant sophistication to the home offering 

innovation in functionality and style. 

Unique spring handles 

Rising hinge system 

Easy to use 

Bi-Fold Doors 

700 x 2000mm up to 900 x 2000mm 


Fluidity 


Unique soft close mechanism 

In-line and corner entry 


An elegant range of sliding shower screens with a unique 

soft close door system and no floor channel so that you 

can seamlessly walk into your shower. 

This high quality, robust system requires the gentlest of 

touches to operate the doors to offer you a unique option. 

With a huge range of panel sizes available, the design 

possibilities are endless. 


Double Sliding Panel - 8mm thick 

1400 x 2000mm up to 1800 x 2000mm 

Single Sliding Panel - 8mm thick 

1000 x 2000mm up to 1800 x 2000mm 

Side Panel - 6mm thick 

680 x 2000mm up to 880 x 2000mm 

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Wet Rooms 

Enhance 


Chrome profiles & components 

Optional deflector panel 


Reversible 

Multiple combinations available 

Corner, front and linear panels 

Our Wetroom panel options can be fitted to our low level 

shower trays or straight onto your floor to create a true 

wetroom. We present a number of panel sizes and options 

to help you to create your perfect bathroom sanctuary. 

Simply select the size of the panel you require, choose 

your configuration , decide between a fixed or pivoting 

deflector panel and select your desired bracing bar to 

create your tailor made wetroom. 

Alcove/corner panel 

600 x 2000mm up to 1400 x 2000mm 

Front panel 

600 x 2000mm up to 1200 x 2000mm 

Deflector Panel 

200 x 2000mm up to 400 x 2000mm 

Linear panel 

1000 x 2000mm up to 1400 x 2000mm 

Silhouette 


Clear Glass 

Silver Frame 

1952mm high 

An extensive range of shower panels and fixings that are 

combined to create an arrangement designed to fit 

various bathroom shapes and sizes. 

This range offers two beautiful curved glass shower panel 

options for both recess and corner arrangements. Within 

this range there is an option of curved hinged deflector 

panels or curved glass panels which liberates even more 

space within your bathroom. 

Wet Room Screen 

1000 x 1925mm 

Deflector Panel 

300 x 1925mm 

Side Panel 

700 x 1925mm 

800 x 1925mm 

900 x 1925mm 

Side Panel 

700 up to 900mm 

Total Wet Room 

Collection 

N&C are quality manufacturers of the complete wet 

room system, specialising in the production of high 

quality, robust products that together create a 

watertight, proven system for domestic and commercial 

environments. 

Using the latest manufacturing techniques, cutting edge 

design, the highest quality raw materials, we are proud 

to have a comprehensive wet room collection with 

housebuilders in mind. 

Order your NEW Wet Room Collection catalogue now! 

or download it @ www.nichollsandclarke.com/downloads 



Undertile Heating 

Our Nicobond undertile heating system 

provides luxurious heated floors, whilst being 

safe in the knowledge that there are no 

additional maintenance costs to consider. 

Our system is independently approved by 

BEAB to the very latest standards and tests. 

Radiator Heating 


24º 

22º 

18º 

21º 

22º 

24º 

Traditional radiator room heating results in: 

The creation of draughts 

Warm air nearest to ceiling/radiator 

Heat loss via windows and roof 

Uneven heat distribution within the room 

Risk to children due to hot surfaces 

Can restrict furniture placement 

With Nicobond Undertile Heating: 

Draughts minimised 

Even heat spread within the room 

Warmer at feet level 

Comfortable heat at body level 

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Nicobond Professional Undertile Heating Mat 

A high powered, energy efficient undertile heating mat 

200W/sqm output 


pre-spaced cables 

BEAB Approved and EMF safe, the Nicobond Professional Undertile Heating 

Mat can be used as either a primary or secondary heat source. With a huge 

200W/sqm output, fitted onto Nicobond Tile backer Board for improved 

insulation and connected to a Nicobond Thermostat a comfortable room 

temperature can be easily achieved. 

Suitable as primary heat 

source in most rooms 

Fast warm up time 

Ideal for high heat loss rooms 

Covers 0.6 m² 

Covers 1 m² 


Covers 2 m² 




N2550006 

N2550010 

N2550016 

N2550020 

N2550026 

N2550028 

N2550035 



Covers 6 m² 





N2550042 

N2550054 

N2550060 

N2550067 

N2550075 

N2550089 

N2550099 

Lifetime warranty 


A mid powered, energy efficient undertile heating mat 

150W/sqm output 


pre-spaced cables 

Ideal for efficient floor warming 

Suitable as sole heat source 

in well insulated rooms 

Lower intial cost option 


A fast-to-fit undertile heating mat system designed to provide energy-efficient 

floor warming in all rooms and a full heating system in well insulated areas. 

The technologically advanced wire design delivers minimal build height 

combined with a robust high-powered heating cable. The integrated earth 

shield allows safe installation in wet areas, including bathrooms. With the 

wire pre-spaced and affixed to a mat, installation time is greatly reduced 

compared to using a loose wire system 

Covers 1.0m² 

Covers 1.5m² 

Covers 2.0m² 

Covers 2.5m² 

Covers 3.0m² 

Covers 4.0m² 

N2551802 

N2551805 

N2551808 

N2551811 

N2551814 

N2551817 

Covers 5.0m² 

Covers 6.0m² 

Covers 7.0m² 

Covers 8.0m² 

Covers 9.0m² 

Covers 10.0m² 

N2551820 

N2551823 

N2551826 

N2551829 

N2551832 

N2551835 


Loose undertile heating cable allowing easy installation regardless of the room size or shape 

Up to 1600W kits available 


Ideal for odd shaped floors 


BEAB approved and EMF safe, the Undertile Heating Cable is supplied as 

loose cable for easy positioning and installation. Kits are available according 

to the room size or floor area required. The use of Nicobond Tile Backer 

Board and Nicobond Thermostats ensure a thoroughly efficient heating 

system to benefit any living area. 

200W (1 - 1.3m²) 

300W (1.5 - 2.0m²) 

400W (2.0 - 2.7m²) 

600W (3.0 - 4.0m²) 

N2550200 

N2550300 

N2550400 

N2550600 

800W (4.0 - 5.3m²) N2550800 

1000W (5.0 - 6.7m²) N2551000 

1400W (7.0 - 9.3m²) N2551400 

1600W (8.0 - 10.7m²) N2551600 

Nicobond Underfloor Heating Cable (6mm) 

The 6mm red heating cable that is perfect for new build or major renovation scenarios where a 65mm screed is going to be laid. 

Coverage: 

@125W/m2 1.0m2-28.2m 2 

@ 175W/m2 0.7m2-20.1m 2 


A robust and cost-effective heating cable designed for new build and major 

renovation projects, where a 65mm screed will be laid. The cable is perfect 

for providing energy-efficient room heating and floor warming beneath nearly 

any floor covering and is fast to install and adds no build height to the 

construction. 

No maintenance costs 




Nicobond Touchscreen Thermostat 

Easy to use colour touchscreen display Thermostat for use with undertile heating 

Can operate up to 6 events 

per day or used in various 

modes to suit different 

lifestyles 

Energy usage information 

and diagnostic data 

Manufactured for us by the world renowned OJ Electronics, our stylish, 

colour display, touchscreen thermostat is simple to use and includes 

intelligent adaptive functions to ensure optimum, energy saving performance 

from your undertile heating system. 

The thermostat programming technology allows access to energy usage 

and diagnostic data and can be switched to manual mode if needed. 

Includes simple manual mode 

5 Year Warranty 

16 Amp – 3,800W 

White 

N2552110 

Nicobond Touchscreen Thermostat Conversion Kits 

Easy to install touchscreen display thermostat covers 

East to fit during 

or after installation 

Made from solid metal & glass 

To complement our Nicobond Touchscreen Thermostat we offer four 

conversion kits to enhance its appearance. Available in solid metal or glass 

frames with a colour-coded replacement fascia for the display. 

*Thermostat not included 

Available in White Glass, Black 

Glass, Brushed Aluminium 

and Chrome 

Black Glass 

N2552109 

White Glass 

N2552108 

Brushed Aluminium 

N2552112 

Chrome 

N2552111 

Nicobond Digital Thermostat 

An advanced 7 day programmable thermostat for undertile heating. 

Digital display with light 

Program selection/night setback 

Parental lock 

Double insulated sensor included 

3 year warranty 

Colour - white 

This thermostat is very user friendly and easy to program. The backlit 

display shows the time, day of week, temperature, mode of operation 

and submenu. The thermostat has a built in adaptive function to ensure 

the floor or room temperature is reached at the desired time, irrelevant 

of external or slab temperatures. It can be operated to maintain floor 

temperature, room temperature or both simultaneously. 

The built-in temperature limiter is a useful 

feature for use with wooden, parquet and 

laminate floors where manufacturers stipulate 

maximum temperatures that should not be 

exceeded. 

White 

N2552124 

Nicobond Mirror Demisters 

A simple solution to ensure mirrors remain permanently condensation free in a bathroom. 

Automatically ensures mirrors 

are steam free 

Perfect for bathrooms 

and shower-rooms 

Mirror demisters ensure mirrors automatically remain steam free during and 

after bathing and showering. They work by gently heating the reverse of the 

mirror, are simple to fit and can be powered through the lighting circuit. 

Sizes can be mixed and matched to provide perfect coverage. 

Sizes can be mixed and 

matched for perfect coverage 

Simple to install and power 

through the lighting circuit 

274 x 265mm N2551700 400 X 450mm N2551702 524 x 520mm N2551704 

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Nicobond Terra-Level 

Pedestal System 

Nicobond Terra-Level offers an innovative 

solution for the stable, high-quality and longterm 

laying of elevated floors using 2cm 

porcelain tiles. This is the ideal system for 

patios, balconies and other exterior living 

spaces – lightweight, easy to install and cost 

effective. 


Terra-Level System 

The Benefits of The 

Nicobond Terra-Level System 

Fast installation 

No need for mortars or adhesives, so no drying or curing time 

and can be fitted in wet and cold conditions. 

Easy installation 

No need to breach the substrate before installing the system, 

so no heavy plant or machinery needed. 

Flexible heights 

Heights from 1cm to 103cm can be safely achieved and slopes 

up to 10° can be compensated, suitable in nearly all situations. 

High stability 

No moving or self-levelling parts, so the elevated floor tiles are 

unable to move, offering long term stability and no need for any 

future adjustments. 

Exceptional drainage 

Joints created naturally during the installation process means 

water can easily drain away, so pooling of water will not occur. 

Permanent ventilation 

Voids created below the elevated floor allows for free movement 

of air, so the area always dries quickly. 

Services management 

Space created below an elevated floor allows services to remain 

hidden and protected, so no unsightly cable or pipe trip 

hazards. 

Special construction 

Pedestals are made from special plastics, so each one can 

carry 1 metric tonne in weight. 

Nicobond Terra Level 1cm Stackable Tile Support TL1 

Part of the Nicobond Pedestal System for 1 - 20cm heights 

Supports 1cm 

Stackable upto 20cm 

Tough plastic composite 

TL1 tile supports 1 cm can be laid on any kind of waterproof membrane. 

The tough but soft special plastic composite does not harden and reduces 

footfall sound. TL1 are stackable and can be used for raising heights from 

1 cm to more than 20cm. 

Code number N2540400 




Excepitional drainage 

Edge solution at 4cm 

Nicobond Terra Level 3cm Stackable Block TL2 

Part of the Nicobond Pedestal System for over 5cm heights 

Supports 3cm 






TL2 block 3cm was designed to speed up working processes and save 

costs. A TL1 must be placed underneath and on top of the block, which 

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Nicobond Terra Level 1mm Stackable Adjusting Shim TL3 

Part of the Nicobond Pedestal System for 1mm adjustments 

1mm adjustment 

Stackable upto 10mm 






TL3 adjusting shims 1mm allow easy levelling. Differing tile thicknesses, 

unevenness of the substrate and a slight slope can becompensated for by 

up to 10mm per tile corner. 


Nicobond Terra Level 6-13cm Stackable Adjustable Tile Support TL4 

Part of the Nicobond Pedestal System for 6 - 52cm heights 

Supports 6/13cm 




TL4 tile supports 6cm to 13cm are adjusted by means of an adjustment ring 

and two opposing threads. If necessary, fine adjustment and slope 

compensation is completed using the TL3 adjustment shims 1mm. For 

raising heights just over 13cm, TL1 tile supports 1cm, TL2 blocks 3cm and 

TL3 adjustment shims 1 mm can all be used for the construction. 

By stacking two or more TL4 on top of one another, all raising heights from 

6cm to 52cm can be achieved. 




6 - 13cm 

Nicobond Terra Level 14/ 103cm Coupling Tile Support TL5 

Part of the Nicobond Pedestal System for 14-103cm heights 

Supports 14/103cm 






TL5 tile supports from 14cm up to 103 cm offer the same features as TL4 

but can only be used in conjunction with TL6 coupling tubes. TL6 is cut to 

the required length and inserted into the guides at the top and bottom. The 

support disc can be adjusted by a further 4cm by screwing. 

TL5 was designed to speed up working processes and save costs. 


14 - 103cm 

Nicobond Terra Level 100cm Coupling Tube TL6 

Part of the Nicobond Pedestal System for 14-103cm heights 

Tube 100cm 

Can be cut to size 

TL6 coupling tube 100cm can only be used with TL5. A mitre saw with fence 

is recommended for cutting to length. 









Professional and DIY Tools 

Optimum results are essential as they reflect on 

the professional reputation of the trade. With this 

in mind, Nicobond offer a quality range of tools 

and accessories that deliver the quality finish 

you demand every day. 

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Professional Tools 

Nicobond Gauging Trowel 

7” (178mm) trowel with steel blade 

and softgrip handle 

N2540064 

Nicobond Round Notched Trowel 

20 x 10mm softgrip round notch trowel 

for floor tiles 

N2540058 

Nicobond 4mm Notched Trowel 

Softgrip square notched trowel 4 x 4mm 

for wall tiles 

N2540059 



for wall tiles 

N2540060 



for wall & floor tiles 

N2540061 



for wall & floor tiles 

N2540062 

Nicobond Large Format Floor Tile Trowel 

Softgrip with unique tooth design 

for improved coverage 

N2540194 

Nicobond Grout Rake 

Grout remover with interchangable carbide 

and saw blades 

N2540090 

Spare blades 

N2540092 

Nicobond Sealant Remover 

Soft grip dual action right angled blade allows 

both pull and push action for effective removal 

of cured silicone sealant N2540228 

Nicobond Bucket Trowel 

Specially shaped for effective use 

with buckets 160mm trowel 

N2540066 

Nicobond Screed Trowel 

Screed trowel 280 x 130mm 

F6102016 

Nicobond V Notched Trowel 

Trowel handle for notched blades 

275 x 110mm F6102020 

V Notched trowel blades 1.5mm 

F0000032 

V Notched trowel blades 2mm 

F0000031 

Nicobond 600mm Pro Cutter 

Supplied with 6mm & 10mm wheels and case 

N2540018 

Spare wheel for Pro tile cutter 

6mm 

10mm 

N2540020 

N2540022 



Nicobond Softgrip Float 

Float with softgrip handle and fixed hydro sponge 

N2540094 

Nicobond Grout Float 

Professional grout float with wooden handle 

240 x 102mm. 

Suitable for walls & floors 

N2540100 

Nicobond Epory Grout Float 

Light weight body with dense green rubber 

pad for the application of epoxy grouts 

N2540103 

Nicobond Washboy 

23 Litre professional cleaning set N2540104 

Nicobond Softgrip Float with Hydro 

Sponge 

Float with softgrip handle & replaceable block 

cut hydro sponge 

Float with replaceable block cut hydro sponge 

280 x 140mm N2540096 

Replacement velcro block cut hydro sponge 

N2540098 

Nicobond Cleaning Pads 

Emulsifying cleaning pad handle and variety 

of pads 

Cleaning pad handle with velcro fixings 

N2540082 

Emulsifying pad fine (white) N2540084 

Emulsifying pad medium (brown) N2540086 

Emulsifying pad coarse (black) N2540088 

Nicobond Hydro Sponges 

Used for grouting and cleaning up grout 

Small hydro sponge 

160 x 110 x 50mm N2540076 

Jumbo hydro sponge 

200 x 150 x 60mm N2540078 

Professional Square Cut Hydro Sponge 

165 x 100 x 65mm N2540079 

Nicobond Guide & Cooling System 

Universal guide and cooling system 

for use with diamond hole saws 

N2540056 

Nicobond Diamond Hole Saws 

Electro plated diamond cutting rim with 

discharge holes 

N2540024 - 5mm 

N2540026 - 6mm 

N2540028 - 8mm 

N2540030 - 10mm 

N2540032 - 12mm 

N2540034 - 18mm 

N2540036 - 22mm 

N2540038 - 27mm 

N2540040 - 30mm 

N2540042 - 35mm 

N2540044 - 50mm 

N2540046 - 63mm 

N2540048 - 75mm 

N2540050 - 115mm 

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Nicobond Professional Tile Nipper 

For use with ceramic, glass, mosaic and 

porcelain tiles 

N2540008 

Spare wheels for nipper (2 Piece) N2540009 

Nicobond Trim Mitre Cutter 

Designed for mitre cutting PVC trims 

and beading 

N2540001 

Nicobond Tile Nipper 

Drop forged carbine tipped nippers 

N2540006 

Nicobond Rodsaw 

Nicobond 6” Rodsaw 

Replacement blades 

N2540002 

N2540004 

Nicobond Tile File 

Tungsten grit file with flat & rounded sides 

250mm 

N2540014 

Nicobond Tile Scriber 

Tungsten carbide tipped scriber 

130mm 

N2540010 

Nicobond Mixing Paddle 

Heavy duty mixing paddle 

800 x 80mm N2540145 

Nicobond Tile Remover/Scraper 

Angled stainless steel blade with brass high im 

pact end for the removal of wall and floor tiles 

N2540198 

Nicobond Long Handle Floor Scraper 

12” Long handle floor scraper F0000028 

Long handle floor scraper blades F0000029 

Nicobond Diamond Hand Pads 

Fine pad for smoothing the edges of 

all types of tile 

N2540190 

Medium pad for smoothing the edges of 

all types of tile 

N2540192 

Nicobond Heavy Duty Builders Bucket 

Heavy duty 3 gallon/15 liitre builders bucket black 

N2540152 

Nicobond Knee Pads 

Heavy duty knee pads 

N2540146 



Nicobond Rubber Mallet 

White 500gm rubber mallet 55mm dia 

N2540140 

Nicobond Flexible Bucket 

40 Litre Bucket N2540160 



Nicobond Skeleton Gun 

For silicone sealant and gap filling adhesive 

cartridges 400ML N2540162 

Nicobond Tile Magnets 

Magnetic lock set for tile cover or access panels 

N2540142 

Nicobond Tape Measure 

5M 

N2540150 

Nicobond Sealant Finisher 

22mm - 35mm 2 Pack N2540196 

Nicobond Trianglaur Ceramic Drill Bit 

Drill bit for ceramic tilles to cut holes up to 

73mm in diameter N2540266 

Nicobond Cartridge Nozzle Stop 

Plastic nozzle stop to prevent cartridge 

nozzles drying out N2540270 

Nicobond Tile Markers 

Set of red and black tile markers 

N2540276 

Nicobond Trim Mitre Block 

Unique design mitre block for straight and mitre 

cutting of metal and PVC trim, with channels to 

hold the tim and an anti-slip base N2540278 

Nicobond 120mm Dia. Aluminium Suction 

Cup SWL 40kg 

Single aluminium bodied suction cup for tile 

lifting. Safe working load of 40kg. N2540284 

Nicobond Twin Aluminium Suction Cup 

SWL 80kg 

Double aluminium bodied suction cup for tile 

lifting. Safe working load of 80kg N2540286 

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Peg Type Tile Spacers 

Plastic Wedges 

T type Tile Spacers 

2mm 500 per pack 

N2540110 

0-5mm 100 per pack 

N2540108 

2mm (250 per pack) 

N2540117 

Cross Type Tile Spacers 


N2540122 


N2540113 


N2540124 


N2540114 


N2540125 


N2540116 

3mm (5000 per bucket) 

N2540126 


N2540118 


N2540128 


N2540119 


N2540130 


N2540120 


N2540132 

2.5mm (250 per pack) 

N2540121 


N2540134 

Nicobond Stick-it 380ml 

High performance gap filling 

panel adhesive N1741000 

Nicobond Fill-it 380ml 

Decorators caulk, flexible 

acrylic filler N1742000 

Nicobond MS Pro 290ml 

Max strength adhesive & 

sealant White - N1741002 

Clear - N1741004 

Nicobond Heavy Duty Work Wipes x100 

Tough, absorbent, antibacterial work wipes 

N2540264 

Nicobond Carpet Protector 

700mm X 25m N2540260 

Nicobond Hard Floor Protector 

700mm X 25m N2540262 

Nicobond Dust Sheet 

Contractors cotton twill dusk sheet 12’x 9’ 

N2540154 



Professional Levelling System 

Overcome problems with achieving a flat and level floor tile surface with the Nicobond Professional Levelling System 

Virtually eliminates lipping 

Dramatically reduces installation time 

Consistant grout lines (1.2mm) 

Maximum working depth 70mm 

Secure caps minimise movement 

Ideal for walls and floors 

Large Universal Base Tub 200 pcs N2540246 

Standard Caps Bag of 100 pcs N2540250 

Application Tool N2540248 

Mosaic Wall Spacers 

An innovative bedding out spacer system to ensure a flush surface finish for mosaics and tiles of different thicknesses. Simply insert within the tile 

adhesive to achieve the required depth and to avoid lipping 

Can achieve 2.5, 3.5, 4.5 and 5mm thickness 

Covers up to 4.5m length 

(50mm wide border) 

Optimum design allowing maximum 

adhesive coverage and performance. 

Snaps easily for different border widths. 

5 sheets 300 x 150mm N2540188 

Nicobond Mosaic Backing Mesh 

A self-adhesive backing that supports mosaic mesh sheets to enable fast and simple fixing with flat, square results every time. 

Size: 300 x 300 x 3mm 

Rigid plastic sheet that can be cut 

with scissors or a knife 

Allows solid bond of adhesive 

from tile to substrate 

Professional finish 

1 sheet 300 x 300 N2540268 

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Professional Sealers & Cleaners 

Nicobond Tile Cleaner 

1ltr 


provides a gentle but 

powerful cleaning formula 

that will help maintain your 

wall and floor tiles in their 

original state, without 

leaving any residues. 

N2540700 

Nicobond Grout and Cement Remover 

1ltr 

Nicobond Grout & Cement Remover is an acid 

based cleaner ideal for 

removing grout residues, 

building site dirt, 

efflorescence, rust stains and 

lime deposits. This highly 

effective powerful cleaner 

specially formulated to deal 

with building work residues 

and general grime. 

N2540702 

Nicobond Colour Intensifier and Sealer 

1ltr 

Nicobond Colour Intensifier and Sealer is a waterbased, 

high performance sealer 

and enhancer which brings out 

the natural colour of stone and 

leaves a high sheen to the 

surface. It seals and protects 

against water penetration and 

liquid spills. For all polished & 

unpolished natural stone. One 

coat application. 

N2540716 

Nicobond Stain and Wax Remover 

1ltr 

Nicobond Stain Remover is an 

advanced formula designed to 

remove wax deposits and 

unwanted stains from tiles. 

This easy to use stain remover 

is a highly effective product that 

will not leave any residues. 

N2540724 

Nicobond Tile and Stone Polish 

1ltr 

Nicobond Tile & Stone Polish 

will leave your tiles with a deep 

lustre. This product is ideal to 

revive dull floors. 

It will re-polish traffic patterns, 

scratches, abrasions & some 

surface stains. Suitable for use 

on all ceramic, porcelain and 

natural tiles. For indoor use 

only. 

N2540726 

Nicobond Grout Protector 


protects grout from all 

types of stains and spills. 

Once treated, this product 

helps minimise water 

penetration and keeps 

grout in its original 

condition. 

N2540720 500ml 

N2540723 Aerosol 500ml 

Nicobond Water Based Sealer 

1ltr 


provides maximum protection 

against stains and spills for your 

natural stone tiles. The sealer 

puts an invisible protection on 

your tiles preserving their natural 

appearance and will help 

enhance their lifespan and 

durability. A vapour-permeable 

barrier is formed that resists 

water and oil-based stains. 

One coat application. 

N2540708 

Nicobond Solvent Based Sealer 

1ltr 

Nicobond Solvent Based Sealer provides 

maximum stain protection for polished surfaces 

while preserving the natural 

appearance of the tile and 

will help enhance their 

lifespan and durability. 

Forms a vapour-permeable 

barrier that resists water 

and oil-based stains. Ideal 

for porcelain. 

N2540712 

Nicobond Temporary Protection Sealer 

2.5ltr 

A water based temporary protective sealer for 

tiles prior to grouting, which protects the surface 

against discoloration 

from pigmented grouts. 

Suitable for use on 

most surfaces including 

marble, ceramics, 

mosaics, natural stone, 

terracotta, etc. Used 

undiluted and applied 

in two coats prior to 

grouting. 

N2540713 

Nicobond Sealers & Cleaners - Cleaning, Protection & Maintenance 

SLATE 

UNPOLISHED NATURAL PRODUCTS 

HONED NATURAL PRODUCTS 

INITIAL CLEANING 

Grout & Cement 

Remover 


Remover 


Remover 

NATURAL LOOK 

PROTECTION 

PROTECTION 

COLOUR ENHANCEMENT 

REGULAR CLEANING 

SPECIAL CLEANING 

Water Based Sealer Colour Intensifier & Sealer Tile Cleaner Stain & Wax Remover 



POLISHED NATURAL PRODUCTS Tile Cleaner Solvent Based Sealer Colour Intensifier & Sealer Tile Cleaner Tile Cleaner 

HONED APPLESTONE Tile Cleaner Water Based Sealer Colour Intensifier & Sealer Tile Cleaner Stain & Wax Remover 

LIMESTONE Tile Cleaner Water Based Sealer Colour Intensifier & Sealer Tile Cleaner Stain & Wax Remover 

GRANITE Tile Cleaner Solvent Based Sealer Colour Intensifier & Sealer Tile Cleaner Tile Cleaner 

POLISHED/UNGLAZED PORCELAIN 

RUSTIC PORCELAIN 


Remover 


Remover 

Solvent Based Sealer unrequired Tile Cleaner Stain & Wax Remover 

unrequired unrequired Tile Cleaner Stain & Wax Remover 

GROUT Grout Protector unrequired Tile Cleaner 

Grout Cleaner 

or Mould Remover 


DIY Tools 

Nicobond DIY Grout Float 

240 x 90mm PVC handle with aluminum plate 

N2540102 

Nicobond DIY Squeegee 

180mm rubber squeegee 

N2540072 

Nicobond DIY Combination Spreader 

Large combination spreader 180mm 

N2540074 

Nicobond DIY Notched Trowel 

6 x 6mm economy square notched trowel 

220 x 105mm N2540068 


12 x 12mm economy square notched trowel 

220 x 105mm N2540070 

Nicobond DIY Sponge 

160 x 110 x 65mm N2540080 

Nicobond DIY Washboy 

10L cleaning set with plastic float/EVA 

pad, float with sponge and plastic cover 

N2540106 

Nicobond Floor & 

Wall Tile Cleaner 

Nicobond Floor & Wall 

Tile Cleaner provides a 

gentle but powerful 

cleaning formula that will 

help maintain your tiles to 

their original state, 

without leaving any 

residues 

N2540728 500ml 

Nicobond Floor & Wall Tile 

Cleaner EXTRA 

Our advanced acid 

based cleaner that is 

ideal for removing 

grout residues, , stains 

lime, building site dirt 

rust & efflorescence’s 

deposits. 

N2540730 500 ml 

Nicobond All-In-One 

Bathroom Cleaner 

The perfect for frequent use to keep 

your bath, sink, toilet, 

shower and bathroom 

surfaces sparkling. This 

powerful formulation 

expertly cleans surfaces 

in a bathroom without 

leaving residues. 

N2540732 500ml 



EXTRA 

A powerful formula that 

removes limescale and 

calcium deposits found 

on toilets, taps, tiles 

and sinks, effectively 

cleaning and removing 

stains whilst killing 

germs. 

N2540734 500ml 

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DIY Sealers & Cleaners 

Nicobond Stain & 

Wax Remover 

EXTRA 

An advanced formula 

designed to remove wax 

deposits and unwanted 

stains from your tiles. 

This stain remover is a 

highly effective product 

that will not leave any 

residues. 

Nicobond Tile & 

Stone Polish 

Nicobond Tile & Stone 

Polish is ideal for 

reviving your dull wall 

and floors and repolish 

traffic patterns, 

scratches, abrasions 

and surface stains to 

leave your tiles with a 

deep lustre finish. 

Nicobond Grout 

Cleaner 

Our fast acting, easy to 

use formula that will 

penetrate through dirt 

and residue to remove 

them quickly and 

effectively. Helps to 

keep grout looking in its 

original condition and 

reduce the need for regrouting 

or colouring. 

Nicobond Mould 

Remover 

New powerful formula 

to efficiently and 

effectively remove 

mould stains from 

grout, plastic fittings, 

silicone sealant and 

enamel, and is Ideal 

for use on plastic and 

enamel baths and 

showers. 

N2540760 500ml 

N2540762 1 litre 

N2540754 500ml 

N2540752 500ml 


Protector 

Protects your grout from 

all types of stains and 

spills. Once treated, this 

product helps minimise 

water penetration and 

keeps grout in its original 

condition to help reduce 

the need for re-grouting. 


Protector 

Protects your grout 

from all types of stains 

& spills. Once treated, 

this product minimises 

water penetration and 

keeps grout in its 

original condition to 

help reduce the need 

for re-grouting. 

Nicobond Colour 

Enhancer and 

Sealer 

Ideal for natural product 

is a water-based, high 

performance sealer and 

enhancer which brings 

out the natural colour of 

stone. It seals protects 

all polished and 

unpolished natural 

stone against water 

penetration. 

Nicobond 

Invisible Sealer 

for Unpolished 

Natural Product 

Seal and protect your 

unpolished natural stone 

tiles from stains & spills 

with our water based 

sealer which helps to 

enhance appearance 

and durability through 

minimising water 

penetration 

N2540759 

500ml 

Aerosol 

N2540756 500ml 

N2540748 500ml 

N2540750 1 litre 

N2540736 500ml 

N2540738 1 litre 

Nicobond Invisible Sealer 

for Polished Natural Product 

Nicobond Invisible Sealer provides maximum 

protection against stains and spills for your polished 

porcelain tiles. The sealer puts an invisible protection 

on your tiles preserving their natural appearance and 

will help enhance their lifespan and durability. A 

vapour-permeable barrier is formed that resists water 

and oil-based stains. 

N2540740 500ml 

N2540742 1 litre 


for Polished Porcelain 

Nicobond Invisible Sealer for Porcelain puts an invisible 

protection on your porcelain tiles, preserving their 

natural appearance. Sealer provides maximum 

protection against stains and spills and will enhance the 

lifespan and durability of your tiles. A vapour-permeable 

barrier is formed that resists water and oil-based stains. 

N2540744 500ml 

N2540746 1 litre 

Nicobond Sealers & Cleaners Product Selector - Cleaning, Protection & Maintenance 

SLATE 



POLISHED NATURAL PRODUCTS 

HONED APPLESTONE 

LIMESTONE 

GRANITE 

POLISHED PORCELAIN 



Floor & Wall Tile Cleaner 

Extra 


Extra 


Extra 






Extra 


Extra 

NATURAL LOOK 

PROTECTION 

Invisible Sealer for 

Unpolished Natural Product 






Polished Natural Product 








Polished Porcelain 

unrequired 

PROTECTION 


Colour Enhancer & Sealer 

for Natural Product 













unrequired 

unrequired 

GROUT Grout Protector unrequired 

CERAMIC 


Extra 

unrequired 

unrequired 


Floor & Wall Tile Cleaner / 

All in One Bathroom Cleaner 






















Stain Remover EXTRA 









Grout Cleaner 



EXTRA / 




Sub-Floor Preparation 

and Moisture Control 

It is paramount that the sub-floor is in the 

appropriate condition prior to the installation of 

the smoothing underlayment and subsequently, 

the floor covering. The success of the 

installation may be reliant on the preparation of 

the sub-floor so is a vital part of the flooring 

system. 

We offer a broad range of high quality sub-floor 

preparation solutions and equipment for this 

purpose. 

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Moisture Control 

Sub-floor Moisture Control 

A key aspect of sub-floor preparation, our 

non-destructive moisture testing equipment allows 

you to determine accurately the moisture levels of 

your screed or concrete floor. British Standards 

BS8201, BS8203, BS5325 (see page 8 for full list) 

states that the floor must be sufficiently dry to allow 

for installation of a resilient floor covering 

Moisture Meters 

Our Nicobond Moisture Meters are easy to 

use and can readily determine the areas 

with greatest percentage of moisture within 

a subfloor or screeding compound. 

Moisture Testing 

Establish the presence of or absence of 

moisture levels in the screeded floor using 

one of our Nicobond Moisture meters. 

Measures moisture 

in wood surfaces 

If moisture is indicated, further investigation 

is required. 

Humidity Testing 

Our Nicobond Digital Hygrometer is an 

insulating box that incorporates a 

hygrometer that accurately measures the 

relative humidity and air temperature. 

To obtain relative humidity readings it is 

recommended to use at least two Digital 

Hygrometers, irrespective of the room size 

in order to accurately access the condition 

of the floor. Switch unit on once entrapped 

air reaches moisture equilibrium. 

Measures moisture in 

concrete / hard floors 

Digital Hygrometer 

An effective, portable and re-usable digital 

hygrometer which is designed for 

measuring the relative humidity within 

screeds and in particular Anhydrite / Calcium 

Sulphate screeds. 


Refer to the Nicobond Technical Data Sheet 

prior to use. If RH is under 75%, installation 

of the floor covering can commence. 

Floor Treatment (if required) 

If the floor achieves a reading lower than 

75% RH or 0.5% by weight, proceed with 

fitting. 

However, if the reading is above these 

limits, there is still moisture in the sub-floor. 

Apply Nicobond Damp Proof Membrane, 

which is a single coat, water surface damp 

proof membrane and vapour suppressant. 

Hygro-Box/Digital Probe 

DPM One Coat Membrane 

A two part epoxy resin surface DPM and vapour suppressant 

which is supplied in a functional dual chamber container and 

is used to form a barrier to restrict the passage of moisture. 

Nicobond DPM controls residual moisture 

prior to the application of smoothing 

underlayments or floor coverings. 

Seek advice from the manufacturer 

concerning Anhydrite/Calcium Sulphate 

screeds 



Moisture Meter Kit 

Ideal for assessing the moisture content of a variety of construction materials. 

Range scale 1 – wood 1 6.0 to 40.0% 

scale 2 – wood 2 8.0 to 40.0% 

scale 3 – plaster 0.1 to 15.0% 

scale 4 – concrete 0.5 to 12.0% 

scale 5 – linear 0 to 1000 

Our professional Nicobond Moisture Meter Kit offers a 

complete solution for measuring moisture and dampness 

values as a percentage within various substrates and 

materials, such as concrete, screed, smoothing compounds, 

soft wood, hard wood and plaster. 

Resolution 

Accuracy 

Battery life 

Display 

Dimensions 

Weight 

0.1% or 1 (Linear Scale) 

±1% moisture content 

3 x 1.5 volt AAA – 350 hours 

12mm LCD 

25 x 56 x 128mm 

130 grams 

Includes a general purpose probe, heavy duty hammer probe 

and a pack of pins for each instrument. 

General Purpose Probe 

This standard, general purpose, two pin 

(12.7mm spacing) moisture meter probe is 

ideal for measuring moisture in a variety of 

building materials. 

Heavy Duty Hammer 

Probe 

Designed for measuring moisture in 

wood and similar materials. The two 

pin’s insulated shank ensures 

measurements are taken at the pin tip, 

allowing varying of depth easurements. 

Deep Wall Probe 

With it’s insulated deep wall/floor probe, 

the probe can measure moisture deep 

within walls and floors, regardless of 

surface dampness. 

The insulated shanks should be inserted 

into pre-drilled holes. 

Note: The deep wall probe is not 

supplied in the kit and is only available 

as an optional extra 

Avoiding Installation Failures 

Premature installation 

Demanding schedules increase the risk of the 

floor covering being installed prior to the screed 

drying to the required level. 

Premature installation of the floor covering will 

prevent the release of moisture from the 

concrete resulting in trapped moisture, causing 

blisters or even the failure of the adhesive, 

resulting in separation and time consuming and 

potentially expensive remedial works. 

Use of flooring membranes 

Damp proof membranes restrict damp from 

passing through the concrete subfloor. If the DPM 

does not exist or is damaged, moisture rises to the 

surface, which without a waterproof surface 

membrane, can affect the adhesion of the floor 

covering. 

A watesurface membrane creates a film which 

forms a barrier that restricts the passage of 

moisture and allows a controlled passage of water 

vapour. Use of a Surface Proof Membrane helps 

to protect the sub-floor. 

Measurement is key 

It is impossible to detect moisture without the use 

of equipment as it is not always visible to the eye 

and may conceal moisture that is being released 

over time. 

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A calibrated digital hygrometer box for carrying out moisture tests on concrete floors and screeds prior to the installation of floor coverings. 


Displays Temperature 

Displays Humidity 

No Calibration Required 

Simple to Use 

Reliable/Accurate 

8m Butyl Tape 

The N&C Digital Hygrometer is an insulated humidity box that incorporates 

a thermo hygrometer that indicates both relative humidity and air 

temperature. The box is used for non-destructive moisture testing on 

concrete, anhydrite screeds and other floors. 

For accurate results, tests should be carried out after the internal conditions 

of the building in which the slab is located have been at normal service 

temperature and humidity for at least 48 hours prior to commencement of 

testing. Ensure that all artificial aids used to accelerate the drying of the slab 

and the underfloor heating are turned off at least 4 days (96 hours) prior to 

taking the final readings. For best results use in pairs. 

British Standards 

BS8201 - BS8203 - BS5325 


Resistant 

Hygro - Box 

An insulated humidity box for measuring relative humidity or temperature. 

Dimensions 200 x 200 x 50mm 

Solely used with 

Nicobond Therma Probe 

The Nicobond Hygro-Box is an insulated humidity box, with a top opening 

round grommet, Simply insert the Nicobond Therma Probe to measure the 

relative humidity or temperature. The Hygro-Box is used for non-destructive 

moisture testing on concrete, anhydrite screeds and other floors. Includes 

8m Butyl tape for sealing. 


Resistant 

Therma Probe 

An easy to use relative humidity and air temperature measuring instrument. 

Case Material: ABS plastic 

Display Type: LCD digital 

Power Source: Battery 

Max/min Function: Yes 

The Nicobond Therma Probe is an easy to use, relative humidity and air 

temperature measuring instrument for use with the Nicobond Hygro Box. 

The unit measures %rh over the range of 0 to 100%rh with a resolution of 

0.1%rh and temperature over the -20 to 70°C (120 to 50°C with fixed probe) 

with a resolution of 0.1°C. 

The Therma Probe incorporates a custom LCD, displaying %rh,°C/°F, dew 

point indication, max/min and hold. 


Resistant 


Product Selector Guide 

Refer to the Nicobond Product Selector on the 

following pages for an abridged overview of 

many of the products featured in this directory. 

The easy to follow Selector identifies key 

features of the products as well as the 

conditions under which they can be used. This 

includes detailed information relating to the wall 

or floor substrate to be tiled and any surface 

preparation which may be required.

Ready Mixed Adhesives 

N&C recommend this product in this situation 

This product can be used in this situation 

Product Nicobond Tile Adhesive Nicobond Ultragrip 

Description 

The original ready mixed 

tile adhesive 

Ready mixed, high grab 

acrylic tile adhesive 

Substrate Wall Wall 

Bed Thickness Up to 3mm Up to 3mm 

Wall Surfaces Conditions Specifications 

Open Time (approx) 20 min 30 min 

Grouting After Fixing 6 - 12 hrs 6 - 12 hrs 

Set Time (approx) 24 hrs 24 hrs 

Colour Off white Off white 

Pack Size 15kg 15kg 

Classification - EN12004 D1TE D1TE 

Interior 

Exterior 

Swimming Pools 

High Humidity 

Gypsum Plaster/Plasterboard 

Dry Areas 

Gypsum Plaster/Plasterboard 

High Humidity 

Tile Backer Boards 

Concrete/Blocks/Bricks 

Cement Sand Render 

Wood Based Boards 

Gloss Paints 

Existing Tiled Surfaces 

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Ready mixed, waterproof 


Wall 

Up to 3mm 


Ready mixed, high grab waterproof 


Wall 

Up to 3mm 

30 min 30 min 

4 - 6 hrs 4 - 6 hrs 

24 hrs 24 hrs 

Brilliant white 

15kg, 3.75kg 

D2TE 

Off white 

15kg 

D2TE 


Powder Adhesives 



E - Add Nicobond Enhancer 2002 as per data sheet 

P1 - Prime with Nicobond Primer 

P2 - Prime with 2 coats Nicobond Primer diluted 1:3 with 

water applied at right angles to each other 

P3 - Priming section System 1 

Product 

Description 


Rapidflex Fibre S2 

Flexible, rapid set 

tile adhesive 


Rapidflex S1 

Flexible, rapid set 

tile adhesive 


Large Format Flex S1 

Single part fast set 

tile adhesive 

Substrate Wall & Floor Wall & Floor Floor 

Conditions Specifications 

Bed Thickness Up to 12mm Up to 12mm Up to 30mm 

Open Time (approx) 10 - 15 min 10 - 15 min 20 min 

Grouting After Fixing 3 hrs 2 - 4 hrs 3 - 4 hrs 

Set Time (approx) 3 hrs 3 - 4 hrs 3 - 4 hrs 

Colour White & Grey White & Grey White & Grey 

Pack Size 20kg 20kg, 10kg 20kg 

Classification - EN12004 C2 FT S2 C2 FT S1 C2 F S1 

Internal 

External 


High Humidity 

Wall Surfaces 

Gypsum Plaster/ 

Plasterboard Dry Areas 


Plasterboard High Humidity 





Gloss Paints 


+ P2 + P2 

+ P2 + P2 

+ P1 + P1 

Floor Surfaces 

Concrete/Cement sand screed/ 

Cement based levelling or smoothing 

compounds 

Power Floated Concrete 

Anhydrite/Calcium 

Sulphate-Based Screed 

Hard Floor Grade Asphalt Sanded 

Under Floor Heating 

Ceramic Stone Terrazzo 

Metal/Steel 


Plastic Ply 

+ P1 + P1 + P1 

+ P1 + P1 + P1 

+ P2 

+ P2 + P2 

+ P3 

+ P3 + P3 

+ P3 + P3 

Hard Vinyl Tiles 

+ P3 

+ P3 + P3 

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Flexible Fibre S1 

Highly flexible, standard set 

fibre reinforced tile adhesive 


Quickflex S1 

High performance quick set 

flexible tile adhesive 


Standard Set Flex S1 

High performance 

standard set tile adhesive 


Ecoflex 

Carborn Neutral flexible 

rapid set tile adhesive 

Wall & Floor Wall & Floor Wall & Floor Wall & Floor 

Up to 12mm Up to 12mm Up to 12mm Up to 12mm 

Up to 30 mins 10 min 30 mins 10 - 15 min 

Approx 24 hrs 3 hrs 18 - 24 hrs 2 - 4 hrs 

Approx 24 hrs 3 hrs 18 - 24 hrs 3 - 4 hrs 

White & Grey White - Grey White & Grey White & Grey 

20kg 20kg 20kg 20kg 

C2 TE S1 C2 FT S1 C2 C2TE S1 C2 FT S1 

+ P2 

+ P2 

+ P2 

+ P2 

+ P2 

+ P2 

+ P2 

+ P2 

+ P1 

+ P1 

+ P1 

+ P1 

+ P1 

+ P1 

+ P1 

+ P1 

+ P1 

+ P1 

+ P1 

+ P1 

+ P2 

+ P2 

+ P2 

+ P2 

+ P3 

+ P3 

+ P3 

+ P3 

+ P3 + P3 + P3 

+ P3 

+ P3 

+ P3 

+ P3 

+ P3 










Product 

Description 


Gypfix 

Gypsum-based 

fast setting 


Rapid Tile & Stone 

Rapid set 

tile adhesive 


Xtra Tile & Stone 

High build standard set 

tile adhesive 

Substrate Floor Wall & Floor Wall & Floor 


Bed Thickness Up to 12mm Up to 20mm Up to 15mm 

Open Time (approx) 20 min 10 min 30 min 

Grouting After Fixing 4 hrs 2 - 3 hrs 18 - 24 hrs 

Set Time (approx) 4 hrs 2 - 3 hrs 18 - 24 hrs 

Colour White White & Grey White & Grey 

Pack Size 20kg 20kg 20kg 

Classification - EN12004 N/A C2 F C2 TE 

Internal 

External 


High Humidity 

Wall Surfaces 


Plasterboard Dry Areas 


Plasterboard High Humidity 





Gloss Paints 


+ P2 

+ P2 

+ E 

+ P1 

+ E 

+ E 

+ E 

+ P2 

+ P2 

+ P1 

+ E 

+ E 

+ E 


Concrete/Cement sand screed/ 

Cement based levelling or smoothing 

compounds 


Anhydrite/Calcium 

Sulphate-Based Screed 

Hard Floor Grade Asphalt Sanded 

Under Floor Heating 

Ceramic Stone Terrazzo 

Metal/Steel 

+ P1 

+ P1 

+ P2 

+ P3 

+ E 

+ P3 

+ E + P3 

+ P1 

+ P1 

+ P2 

+ E + P3 

+ E + P3 

+ E + P3 


+ E + P3 

+ E 

Plastic Ply 


+ E + P3 

+ E + P3 

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Standard Set Flex Nicobond Quickflex Nicobond Quickfix Nicobond Nico-lastic 

Standard set 

tile adhesive 

Single part quick set 


Quick set 

tile adhesive 

Standard set epoxy 

polyurethane adhesive 

Wall & Floor Wall & Floor Wall & Floor Wall & Floor 

Up to 10mm Up to 12mm Up to 10mm Up to 5mm 

20 min 15 - 20 min 10 - 15 min Approx 50mins 

18 - 24 hrs 3 hrs 2 - 3 hrs 24 hrs 

18 - 24 hrs 3 hrs 3 - 4 hrs 24 hrs 

White & Grey White & Grey Grey White 

20kg 20kg 20kg 5kg 

C2TE C2 FT C1 FT R2t 

+ P2 

+ P2 

+ P2 

+ P2 

+ P1 

+ E 

+ E 

+ E 

+ P2 

+ P1 

+ E 

+ E 

+ E 

+ P2 

+ E 

+ P1 

+ E 

+ E 

+ E 

+ P1 

+ P1 

+ P1 

+ E + P1 

+ E + P1 

+ E + P1 

+ P2 

+ P2 

+ P2 

+ E + P3 

+ E + P3 

+ E + P3 

+ E + P3 

+ E + P3 

+ E 

+ E + P3 

+ E + P3 

+ E 

+ E + P3 

+ E + P3 

+ E 

+ E + P3 

+ E + P3 

+ E + P3 


Grouts 



E - Add Nicobond Enhancer 2002 

Product Flexible Grout Plus Tilers Grout 

Description 

A single part, flexible 

and water resistant polymer 

modified, cement based grout 

Grouting compound for 

ceramic tiles & mosaics 

Specifications 

Tiling Substrates Wall & Floor Wall & Floor 

Black, Silver Grey, Cream, 

White, Limestone, Ivory, 

Available Colours 

Slate Grey, White, Limestone, 

Grey, Charcoal, Beige 

Mid Grey, Jasmine & Lt Coffee 

Pot Time (approx) 45 - 60 min 60 min 

Setting Time (approx) 8 -12 hrs 4 - 8 hrs 

Classification - EN12004 CG2 CG1 

Pack Size 

Suitable Joint Widths 

10kg - 2.5kg 

20kg - 10kg 

5kg - 2.5kg - 1kg 

White & Light Colours 2 - 20mm Up to 4mm 

Grey & Dark Colours 2 - 20mm Up to 20mm 

Recommended Area of Use 

Interior Wall Tiling 

Interior Floor Tiling 

Exterior Wall Tiling 

Exterior Floor Tiling 


Increased Water Resistance 

Heated Floors 

Heavy Pedestrian Traffic 

Food Preparation Areas 

Tiles on Worktops 

Tiles on Wooden Floors 

Tiles on to Plastic Ply 

Commercial Kitchens 

Commercial Showers 

Domestic Kitchens Walls 

Domestic Kitchens Floors 

Domestic Pumped Showers 

Domestic Showers 

Chemical Resistance 

+ E 

+ E 

+ E 

+ E 

+ E 

+ E 

+ E 

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Grouts 

Starlike 

Silicone Sealant 

Extreme performance grout add Sparkle to 

create a sensational glitter effect 

Wall & Floor 

Black, Slate Grey, Mid Grey, 

Silver Grey, White, Jasmine, Cream, Limestone & Lt Coffee 

A ready to use, high modulus, 

acetoxy silicone sealant 

Wall & Floor 

Clear, White, Jasmine, Limestone, Light Coffee, Silver Grey & 

Black 

60 min Skinning Time Approx 25 mins 

6 - 8 hrs Full cure up to 24 hrs 

RG + R2T 

2.5kg Starlike, 75gm Sparkle 

ISO 11607-F-25HM 

310ml 

up to 15mm 

up to 15mm 

Typical bead up to 6mm 

Typical bead up to 6mm 


Flooring 


P1: Prime with Nicobond Primer diluted 1:4 with water. 

P2: Prime with 2 coats Nicobond Primer applied at right 

angles to each other diluted 1: 3 with water 

P3: Prime with undiluted (Neat) Nicobond Primer 

Product All Purpose Level Floor Latex 

Description 

Rapid drying, rapid 

setting, 2 part, low odour, 

medium strength, self 

smoothing underlayment. 

An economical fast 

setting,self smoothing 

underlayment, ideal for 

renovation work. 

A conventional, 2 part, 

low odour self smoothing 

underlayment. 


CT category C16 F5 C25 F7 

Working Life at 20⁰C 10 mins 20 - 30 mins 30 mins 

Walk on hardness at 20⁰C 30 - 45 mins 2 hrs 2 hrs 

Ready to fix ceramics at 3mm 45 mins 4 hrs 4 hrs 

Ready to fix resilient/LVT 

flooring at 3mm 

45 mins loose lay 

3 - 4 hrs bonded 

4 hrs loose lay 

12 hrs bonded 

12 hrs bonded 

Application Thickness (Min) 1mm 2mm 1- 8mm unfilled 

Application Thickness (Max) 10mm 50mm 30mm 

Can Granite Chips be added No Yes Yes 

Coverage at 3mm per bag 4 - 4.5m² 3.5 - 4m² 4.5m 2 

Pack size (powder) 20kg 20kg 20kg 

Pack size (liquid) 4.8 litres N/A 4 litres 

Protein Free 

Suitable for Pump Application 


+ P1 + P1 

+ P1 

Concrete/Cement Sand Screed 

Substrates 

+ P1 + P1 

+ P1 

Cement Sand Screed 

+ P1 + P1 

+ P1 

Cement Based Levelling Compound 

+ P1 + P1 

+ P1 


Calcium Sulphate Based Screed 

(Anhydrite) 

Hard Internal Floor Grade Asphalt 

(sanded) 

Underfloor Heating 

Minimal Adhesive Residues on 

Solid Base 

Plywood Overlays 

+ P2 + P2 

+ P3 + P3 

+ P3 

+ P2 

+ P3 

+ P3 

Non-Absorbent Surfaces e.g. 

Terrazzo, Ceramic Tiles 

Metal/Steel (non flexing, corrosion 

free & clean) 

+ P3 

+ P3 

+ P3 

Floor Boards 

+ P1 


+ P3 

+ P3 

Nicobond Surface DPM'S 

+ P3 

+ P3 

Typical areas of use 

Commercial 

Industrial 

Hospitals 

Schools 

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Flooring 


+P4 

Apply a slurry bonding coat comprising 

2 parts ScreedPro Cement Mix 

1 part Nicobond Primer 

1 part clean cold water 

Product Cement Mix Cement Mix Cement Mix 

Description 

Nicobond ScreedPro Cement Mix is a specially formulated cement replacement binder for 

use with graded aggregate to produce rapid setting and ultra rapid drying floors screeds. 

Screeds produced using ScreedPro Cement Mix can be tiled after 3 hours and ready 

to accept a levelling compound prior to installing resilient flooring from 18 hours. 


Mix Ratio by Weight 1:4 1:5.5 1:7 

CT category C50 F11 C38 F8.5 C25 F6 

Working Time 20 - 30 mins 25 - 35 mins 30 - 45 mins 

Walk on Time 2 - 3hrs 2 - 3hrs 3 - 4hrs 

Ready for Floor Covering From 3hrs From 3hrs From 3hrs 

Graded Aggregate 0 – 8mm 1.7kg/m²/mm 1.8kg/m²/mm 1.9kg/m²/mm 

Mixing Time 4 - 6 minutes 5 – 7 minutes 6 – 8 minutes 

Coverage 0.42kg/m²/mm 0.33kg/m²/mm 0.27kg/m²/mm 

Pack size (powder) 20kg 20kg 20kg 

Suitable for Pump Application 

Floor Surfaces Minimum Thickness 

Bonded Screeds 15mm +P4 15mm +P4 15mm +P4 

Unbonded Screeds 40mm 40mm 40mm 

Floating screeds over insulation 

or slip membrane - Domestic 

Floating screeds over insulation 

or slip membrane - Commercial 

65mm 65mm 65mm 

75mm 75mm 75mm 

Underfloor Heating 

Typical areas of use 

Commercial 

Industrial 

Hospitals 

Schools 



Nicobond are becoming increasingly well 

known in the industry as problem solvers. From 

the earliest days as inventors of Nicobond PVA 

based wall tile cement, Nicobond continues to 

invest in new technologies and tiling systems. In 

this section of our directory we provide 

numerous illustrated solutions covering a wide 

variety of everyday tile installations.


Tiling onto Sand:Cement Screed/Concrete 

4 

3 

2 

1 

1. Ensure sand:cement screed or concrete base is fully cured, flat and clean. 

2. If the base is porous, prime with diluted Nicobond Primer in ratio 4 volumes of water to 1 volume of Nicobond Primer and allow to dry. 

3. Solidly bed tiles into recommended adhesive 3-6mm deep using slight sliding action. Allow to dry to recommended time. 

4. Fill joints between tiles using recommended grout. 

* Allow at least 6 weeks for structural concrete floors to cure and further 3 weeks for subsequently applied screed. In the event that a rapid 

setting cement replacement is used the drying time of screed will be greatly reduced. Contact the Technical Team for further information 

Recommended Tile Adhesives 

Recommended Tile Grout 

Featured Product 


Rapidflex 

S2 


Quickflex S1 


Large Format 

Flex S1 


Flexible Grout Plus 


Tilers Grout 


Alternative Adhesives: 

Nicobond Standard Set Flex S1 

Nicobond Ecoflex S1 

Nicobond Rapid Tile & Stone 

Alternative Grouts: 

Nicobond Tilers Grout/Enhancer 2002 




Tiling onto a Cracked Floor or Green Screed* 

6 

5 

4 

3 

2 

1 



3. Using a 4mm notched trowel, apply a thin layer of a C2 S1 tile adhesive to the surface and lightly comb through. 

4. Whilst the adhesive is still wet, press the Nicobond D-Mat 3L firmly into position. Use a float or similar flat trowel to smooth out and ensure 

the fleece is embedded into the adhesive. Butt joint the adjacent lengths of the mat and secure together with Nicobond Jointing Tape. 

5. Apply a layer of the recommended C2 S1 category adhesive onto the Nicobond D-Mat 3L using the straight edge of the notched trowel, 

press the adhesive firmly into the round cavities to create a solid bed. The adhesive can then be floated over the surface, notched with a 

trowel and tiles placed firmly into position. 

6. Fill joints between tiles using the recommended grout. 

* Allow at least 6 weeks for structural concrete floors to cure and further 3 weeks for subsequently applied screed. 

* For fast track applications the Nicobond D-Mat 3L can be laid on to the screed as soon as it is sufficiently hard to walk on and then tiled. 

* D-Mat 3L is suitable for application over surface cracks, any structural cracks should be suitably surveyed and repaired accordingly. 

* Nicobond Rapidflex Fibre S2 only recommended for tiling to green screed. 





Rapidflex Fibre 

S2 


Flexible Fibre 

S1 


Rapidflex 

S1 




Starlike Extreme 

Performance Grout 


D-Mat 3L 


Nicobond Quickfex S1 




Other Featured Products 



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Tiling onto Timber Floors using a Timber Reinforcing Sheet 

5 

4 

3 

2 

1 

1. Ensure that the timber floorboards or chipboard/plywood is screwed down at a maximum of 300mm centres. 

2. Prime the timber surfaces with diluted Nicobond Universal Bonding Agent & Sealer and allow to dry. 

3. To reduce deflection and increase stability, overlay the timber floor with Nicobond PlasticPly TM in a brick like formation. Remove the 

backing sheet for self adhesive fixing. 



* Timber is not considered to be a suitable base for floor tiling in wet, frequently damp, or high humidity areas, unless appropriate precautions 

are taken (BS 5385-4). Noggins might be required between joists in order to achieve the required rigidity. The limit of deflection normally 

permitted for domestic timber floors (see BS 5268-2) might be too great to avoid damage to tiling systems. 

* Nicobond Plastic Ply is not a suitable remedy for direct tiling to floating floors, these require additional strengthening through overboading, 

seek technical advice. 






S2 


Rapidflex 

S1 



S1 







PlasticPly TM 


Nicobond Large Format Flex S1 

Nicobond Quickflex S1 





Universal Bonding Agent 

and Sealer 



Installation of Large Format Tiles over in-situ Underfloor Heated Floors 

6. Nicobond 

Professional Levelling 

System 

8 

5 

4 

3 

2 

Refer to the Technical Team for the full specification. 

1 

Structural joints must be followed through to the tile surface. 

Perimeter joints must be installed where the wall abuts the floor and around any 

columns or permanent fixtures. These must be filled with a compressible joint 

filler such as silicone sealant. 

Movement Joints should also be inserted as a bay joint to isolate areas of screed 

with separately controlled heating circuits, at doorway thresholds and at junctions 

between heated and unheated sections of the screed. 

Fix large format tiles of a minimum thickness of 10mm and typically in sizes 

800mm x 800mm, 900mm x 450mm, 1000mm x 1000mm, 1200mm x 600mm and 1200mm x 1200mm. 

1. Ensure the concrete base is fully cured, flat and clean. 

2. Insulation layer and heating system 

3. Ensure the screed is fully cured, flat and clean. 

4. Loose lay the Nicobond Disconnecting Sheet onto the screed surface and tape over joints with Nicobond Jointing Tape. 

5. Tiles should be back buttered and solidly bedded into the adhesive layer to ensure there are no voids beneath the tiles. 

6. The Nicobond Professional Levelling System should be used to ensure tiles are flat and level. 

7. Fill joints between tiles using the recommended Grout. 

8. Intermediate movement joints should be installed to ensure the bay sizes are not greater than 80m², are square or rectangular 

and with the width to length ratio not exceeding 10 to 8. 


* Large Format Agglomerate Tiles may be unsuitable for service conditions. Check with manufacturer before use. 





Large Format 

Flex S1 



S2 



Adhesive S1 




Tilers Grout 


Proffessional Levelling System 


Nicobond Rapidflex S1 

Nicobond Xtra Tile & Stone/Enhancer 2002 



Nicobond Starlike Extreme Performance Grout 




Nicobond Movement Joints 

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Tiling to Sand: Cement Screed with in-situ Underfloor Heating 

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6 

5 

4 

3 

2 

1 


2. Apply a 30mm Insulation layer and cover with polythene slip membrane/damp proof membrane (DPM) 

3. Heating pipes tied to mesh or stapled to insulation at 250mm centres. 

4. Apply a 65mm layer of screed. 

5. If necessary, prime with diluted Nicobond Primer and allow to dry. 

6. Solidly bed tiles into recommended adhesive 3-6mm thick, using slight sliding action. 

7. Fill joints between tiles using recommended grout 

* Screed to be allowed to dry out for minimum of 3 weeks. (In the event that a rapid setting cement replacement is used the drying time of 

screed will be greatly reduced. Refer to the Technical Team for further information) Heat the floor to intended surface temperature and 

maintain for a minimum of 3 days, allow to cool to room temperature before tiling. Allow 28 days after completion before restoring the floor 

to its operating temperature at a rate of 5°C per day. 





Rapidflex 

S1 


Large Format 

Flex S1 



Adhesive S1 














Tiling onto Timber Floors with Undertile Heating 

7 

6 

5 

4 

3 

2 

1 



3. To reduce deflection and increase stability, overlay the timber floor with Nicobond Plastic Ply in a brick like formation. Remove the 


4. Using the straight edge of a notched trowel, float a layer of recommended adhesive over the Nicobond Plastic Ply to ensure the voids are 

filled in to produce a smooth surface. 

5. Lay out the undertile heating wire or mat and tape into position. 

6. To prevent damage to the wires during the tiling process, it is recommended to encapsulate the wires in a layer of either 

Nicobond ScreedPro Latex or the appropriate tile adhesive. 

7. Bed the tiles in to the appropriote adhesive and fill joints between tiles using the recommended grout. 


are taken (BS 5385-4). 

Noggins might be required between joists in order to achieve the required rigidity. The limit of deflection normally permitted for domestic 

timber floors (see BS 5268-2) might be too great to avoid damage to tiling systems. 






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S1 


Rapidflex 

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Nicobond Plastic Ply 

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Tiling onto Sand:Cement Screed with Undertile Heating 

5 

4 

3 

2 

1 

1. Ensure the sand:cement screed or concrete is fully cured, flat and clean. 

2. To improve heating performance, we recommend using minimum of 10mm Nicobond Tile Backer Board as an insulation layer. 

Adhere the tile backer board directly onto the concrete/sand:cement screed using the recommended adhesive and allow to dry. 

3. Lay out the wire and tape in position. 

4. Apply a layer of the recommended adhesive to fully encapsalate the wires and cover with a layer of either Nicobond ScreedPro Latex with 

Latex Flex Liquid or the appropriote tile adhesive. 



setting cement replacement is used the drying time of screed will be greatly reduced. Refer to the Technical Team for further information. 

* The tile adhesive must be fully dry (minimum 7 days) before the heating is switched on. 

* The recommended 10mm Tile Backer Board is the minimum to be used. Improved insulation will result from the use of thicker boards. 

Consult technical team for insulation properties of different board thicknesses. 





Rapidflex 

S1 


Large Format 

Flex S1 



S1 














Nicobond Tile Backer Board 



Fixing Natural Stone to Sand:Cement Screed/Concrete with Undertile Heating 

7 

6 

5 

4 

3 

2 

1 


2. To provide insulation, use the recommended adhesive and affix a minimum 10mm thick layer of Nicond Tile Backer Board. Tape over the 

joints with Nicobond Jointing Tape. 

3. Lay out the Undertile Heating Wire or Mat and tape into position. 

4. Cover the wires with a layer of the recommended adhesive. 



6. Apply a layer of the recommended adhesive onto the Nicobond D-Mat 3L using the straight edge of the notched trowel, press the 

adhesive into the round cavities to create a solid bed. The adhesive can then be floated over the surface, notched with a trowel and tiles 

placed firmly into position. Tiles can be installed immediately once the initial adhesive set has taken place. 





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Xtra 

Tile & Stone 


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Flex S1 




Tilers Grout 


D-Mat 3L 


Nicobond Rapidflex Fibre S2 







Nicobond Undertile Heating 

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Fixing Glass Tiles to Sand:Cement Screed/Concrete Floors with Undertile Heating 

5 

4 

3 

2 

1 



Adhere the tile backer board directly onto the concrete/sand:cement screed using the recommended adhesive and allowed to dry. 


4. Spread the adhesive over the wires and boards and solidly bed porcelain tiles into recommended adhesive 3-6mm thick. 



setting cement replacement is used the drying time of screed will be greatly reduced. Contact the Technical Team for further information. 


* Note that an Undertile Heating Mat system is also available for professional use. Refer to Nicobond Tiling Products The Directory for 

information. 






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Standard Set Flex 

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Tiling onto Surface Contaminated Sand: Cement Screed/Concrete 

or Temporary Installations 

4 

3 

2 

1 



3. Tiling can commence immediately. Press the tiles into the recommended adhesive with a slight sliding or twisting action. 

Large format tiles should be back buttered. 







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Large Format Flex 

S1 




Tilers Grout 


Disconnecting Sheet 



Nicobond Rapid Tile & Stone/Enhancer 2002 







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Tiling onto Calcium Sulphate/Anhydrite Screeds in Light Commercial Traffic Areas 

6 

5 

4 

3 

2 

1 


2. Apply an Insulation layer and cover with polythene slip membrane/damp proof membrane (DPM) 

3. In-situ underfloor heating system. 

4. Calcium Sulphate/Anhydrite Screed – minimum cover over pipes is 30mm. 

5. Using a digital/hair hygrometer ensure the screed is sufficiently dry and that the surface has been suitably prepared. Refer to the Nicobond 

Gypfix data sheet for full instructions. Apply a layer of Nicobond Gypfix onto the surface and trowel out as usual ensuring solid bedding of 

the tiles. Large format tiles should be back buttered. 


* Calcium Sulfate/Anhydrite Screeds are not suitable for permanently wet areas such as swimming pool surrounds, shower areas or 

commercial kitchens. 

* The screed should be suitably prepared to receive floor tiling. 40mm thick Anhydrite Screed requires typically 40 days drying time. Moisture 

content of Anhydrite Screed should be 0.5% by weight or 75% R.H. It is generally the responsibility of the flooring contractor to mechanically 

abrade the screed to remove laitance, if in doubt this process should be carried out by the tiling contractor, this will ensure removal of laitance 

and any dirt left by other trades. Vacuum dust or other loose material. 




Gypfix 






Alternative System: 






Tiling onto Existing Tiles 

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4 

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1. Thoroughly clean tiles to remove dirt, grease, fats or any other contamination. Nicobond Super Cleaning Crystals are a detergent and 

should be diluted in hot water for this purpose. Ensure existing tiles are firmly bonded to substrate. 

2. Existing unglazed or terrazzo floor tiles may be slurry primed incorporating Nicobond Primer and the recommended adhesive. 

3. Spread the recommended adhesive over the existing tiles and fix new tiles using the notched trowel or solid bed method as appropriate. 

4. Fix new wall tiles with recommended paste or powder based adhesives. Fix floor tiles with the recommended powder based products. 


* When fixing tiles to impervious backgrounds such as existing tiles the setting time of adhesives will be extended. 

* When re-tiling walls, ensure the overall weight of tiling does not exceed the permitted levels of 32kg/m² for plasterboard and 20kg/m² for 

gypsum plaster. 

* Paste adhesive is only suitable for wall tile applications and for use with ceramic bodied tiles. 





Rapidflex 

S1 


Ultragrip 


Aquagrip 









Nicobond Fast Floor and Wall Adhesive/Enhancer 2002 




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Fixing Thin Tiles to Walls and Floors 



System 

6 

4 

3 

2 

1 

1. Ensure the sand:cement screed or concrete is fully cured, flat and clean. For tile on tile installation see page opposite. 


3. Spread the recommended adhesive over the surfaces and fix new tiles using the notched trowel or solid bed method as appropriate. 

4. Place the tiles into the wet adhesive using a slight sliding action to ensure solid bedding of the tiles. 

5. The Nicobond Professional Levelling System should be used to ensure floor tiles are flat and level. 


* Allow at least 6 weeks for structural concrete floors to cure and a further 3 weeks for subsequently applied screed. In the event that a rapid 





* Some thin tile products are reinforced on the back with a mesh/resin layer. Ensure compatibility and suitability of these tiles before work 

proceeds. 





S2 



Adhesive S1 


Large Format 

Flex S1 




Tilers Grout 









Featured Products 


Nicobond Professional Levelling 

System 



Tiling onto Plaster and Plasterboard (Dry Areas) 

1 

2 

3 

4 

5 

1. Either screw plasterboard to stud frame wall construction at maximum 600mm centres, or apply gypsum plaster to block work. 

2. Prime the surfaces with diluted Nicobond Universal Bonding Agent and Sealer and allow to dry. 



5. Ensure movement joint is inserted into internal corners, PVC type or silicone sealant. 

* New plaster needs to dry for at least 4 weeks. Tiles to be fixed to finish coat only, never the backing coat. When fixing to Plaster board 

ensure the boards are rigidly braced and adequately supported, fix directly to the paper face, do not skim with plaster. Weight of tiling not to 

exceed 32kg/m² on plasterboard and 20kg/m² onto gypsum plaster. 





Tile Adhesive 


Ultragrip 




Tilers Grout 


Universal Bonding 

Agent and Sealer 






Nicobond Starlike 

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Tiling to Raised Access Flooring 

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3 

2 

1 


2. Adjustable pedestals bonded to the subfloor with a suitable polyurethane or similarly appropriate adhesive. 

3. Heavy grade galvanised steel encapsulated panels usually 600 x 600mm are affixed to the pedestals. Each panel should be drilled and 

screwed down at each corner into the polypropylene head gasket to ensure the floor is sufficiently rigid and stable. 

4. Ensure the raised access panel floor is completely clean and free from any contaminants such as dust or grease before installing the 

Nicobond D-Mat 3L. Apply a layer of Multipurpose flooring adhesive onto the surface in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. 







* If the floor requires additional reinforcement the raised access floor can be overlaid with Nicobond Tile Backer Board screwed down at 

300mm centres. 

* If only a small area of flooring is involved eg: up to 25m sq then Nicobond Plastic Ply may be used instead of D-Mat 3L. 

* Perimeter movement joints should be installed so bay sizes are no greater than 100m sq in accordance with BS 5385 - 3. Any movement 

joints in the raised access flooring system should be carried through the tiling. 






S2 



S1 


Large Format 

Flex S1 







D-Mat 3L 


Niobond Rapidflex S1 






Nicobond Multipurpose 

Flooring Adhesive 




Fixing Nicobond Tile Backer Board to Stud Partition Walls 

1 

2 

3 

Smooth, paintable pipe covers are a 

quick and effective solution for hiding 

away unsightly pipework, simply choose 

the correct cover size and cut to length. 

Run a bead of Nicobond PU Adhesive 

along the 2 leading edges and press 

firmly into position. 

5 

4 

Nicobond Galvanised Screws and Washers 

1. Screw board to stud work using Nicobond Galvanised Screws and Washers, taking care to screw down until the washer bites into the board. 

For boards less than 20mm thick, vertical studs should be set at 300mm centres. For greater thicknesses 400mm centres are suitable. 

2. All board edges must be supported by timber noggins and fixed using approx 12 fixings on a 1200 x 600mm board or 21 fixings on a 

2400mm x 600mm board. Fixings should be set at approx 300 - 400mm centres. 

3. The joints between boards should be taped over using either Nicobond Jointing Tape for dry areas or Nicobond Wet Room Waterproof Tape 

and components for wet areas. 



* Minimum thickness of board for screw fixing is 10mm. 

* Stud centres to be set subject to loading requirements. 





Waterproof 

Tile Adhesive 


Rapidflex 

S1 
















Nicobond Waterpoof Tape 

Nicobond Galvanised Screws 

and Washers 

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Fixing Nicobond Tile Backer Board to Solid Walls 

1 

3 

2. Apply dots of adhesive to the 

reverse side of the board 

(max 300mm centres). 

5 

6 

7 

4. Hammer–In fixings to provide 

a secure installation of the Tile 

Backer Board. 

Nicobond Hammer–In fixings 

1. Ensure the wall surface is sound and free from dust and grease. 

2. Using Nicobond Quickfix apply dots of adhesive to the reverse side of the board. A 600 x 2400 x 12.5mm thick board will typically have 

12 dots of mortar up to 30mm thick, ensure outer dots are located at board edges. 

3. Offer up the board vertically to the wall surface and bed firmly into place. Always use a straight edge and level to ensure good alignment. 

4. Once the adhesive has set use the Hammer–In fixings to provide a secure installation of the Tile Backer Board. The fixings to be positioned 

so as to be hammered in through the middle of the dot of adhesive. 





* The dot and dab fixing system is not recommended for use with boards less than 12.5mm thick. For the thinner boards, using a notched trowel 

apply a solid bed of adhesive over the board surface and press firmly into position. 





Waterproof 

Tile Adhesive 


Rapidflex 

S1 















Nicobond Quickfix 






Fixing Natural Stone/Slate onto Sand:Cement Screed/Concrete 

5 

4 

3 

2 

1 



3. It is recommended to use a white cement based adhesive for bonding limestone and other light coloured or translucent natural stones. 

Apply a suitable layer of adhesive, lightly combing the surface using a 10mm Nicobond Notched Trowel and solidly bed the tiles into the 

wet adhesive. Do not use spot or blob fixing method for these tiles as unsightly water marks or “shadowing” may appear on the surface. 

Slate products are varied and can be supplied in cut or cleaved format. Slate may be impervious or relatively porous. If a cut slate of 

European origin is selected, these may be bedded into a polymer modified adhesive using the above technique. Cleaved slate may 

produce material of different thicknesses and it is recommended to bed these in using a pourable, flow bed or high build grade of adhesive. 

4. Natural Stones and Slate may require sealing prior to grouting, follow the manufacturerʼs instructions ensuring the adhesive has fully cured 

prior to sealing the stone surface. In the case of impervious natural stones this period can extend over several weeks. 







Rapid 

Tile & Stone 


Xtra 

Tile & Stone 


Large Format 

Flex S1 




Tilers Grout 











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Fixing Large Format Tiles onto Sand:Cement Screed/Concrete 



System 

6 

4 

3 

2 

1 



3. Apply a layer of adhesive from 4mm up to 30mm thick onto the base using the 20mm half round Nicobond Large Format Notched Trowel. 






* It should be noted that a large format tile is a tile with no tile edge greater than 1200mm or a facial area greater then 3600cm 2 




Large Format 

Flex S1 



S2 



Adhesive S1 




Tilers Grout 











System 



Tiling in Food Preparation Areas and Where Chemical Resistance is Required 

1 

2 

3 

4 

1. Ensure sand:cement render or gypsum plastered walls, screed or concrete surfaces are all fully cured, flat and clean and suitable for tiling. 

2. If surfaces are porous prime with Nicobond Primer. 

3. Press the tiles into the recommended adhesive with a slight sliding or twisting action. Large format tiles should be back buttered. 


* Allow at least 6 weeks for structural concrete floors to cure and a further 3 weeks for subsequently applied screed. 

* Cement:Sand render should be left for 2 weeks before tiling is applied. 

* In accordance with the United Kingdom regulations and European directives relating to food hygiene only Epoxy based grouts may be used 

in food preparation areas. These are required to be smooth, impervious, chemically resistant, easy to maintain in a sterile condition and do 

not taint food. 

* In projects of a more industrial nature where the tile installation requires a high degree of chemical resistance then the use of epoxy as the 

adhesive is also recommended. 

* Contact between food and tiling should be avoided for at least 7 days. 





Nico-lastic Tile 

Adhesive 


Rapidflex 

S1 



S1 









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Tiling in Swimming Pools and Fountains 

1 

2 

3 

4 

5 

* Note for Concrete pools the pool water 

tightness test should be carried out before the 

application of the render, screed and tile 

finishes. For pools constructed using 

reinforced concrete blocks, the render 

becomes part of the watertight construction 

and needs to be tested for water tightness 

accordingly. 

* For leisure pools with wave action features 

or for pools filled with water of high sulphate 

content the use of epoxy resin grouts is 

recommended. 

* On completion Swimming Pools should 

stand for a period of 3 weeks before pool 

filling commences at the rate of no more than 

750mm every 24 hours. Initial heating of the 

pool water should also be restricted to a rise 

in temperature of 0.25º C per hour. 

1 

1. Pool construction can take various forms but in all cases ensure for example that any release oils or curing agents have been removed 

from concrete substrates and that waterproofed sand:cement render and screed is fully cured, flat, clean and suitable for tiling. 

2. If rendering onto concrete or blockwork the surface should be slurry primed with a bond coat of 1 part water:1 part Nicobond Primer:1 part 

Opc. The render will typically be 1:3 or 1:4 cement:sand and up to a maximum total thickness of 20mm. Integral waterproofing additives to 

be added in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 

3. The layout of tiling must take into account stress relieving joints which must be carried through the tiling, render/screed and be provided in 

accordance with the specification and in line with all day work joints in the concrete. 

4. Press the tiles into the recommended adhesive with a slight sliding or twisting action. Tiles with deep grooves on the reverse should be 

back buttered to ensure solid bedding is achieved. 

5. Fill joints between tiles using the recommended grout allowing 3 days after fixing before commencing grouting. Note a further 3 days 

should elapse before applying sealants to joints. 

*Allow at least 6 weeks for structural concrete floors to cure and further 3 weeks for subsequently applied screed or render. 

* Refer to the TTA publication “Design and Construction Process for Swimming Pools” for further advice and information. 




Rapidflex 

S1 



Adhesive S1 


Quickflex S1 






Nicobond Tilers 

Grout 

and Enhancer 








Fixing Large Format Tiles to Plaster and Plasterboard (Dry Areas) 

1 

2 

3 

4 

5 


Ensure surfaces are dust free and clean. 

2. Prime the surfaces with diluted Nicobond Nicobond Universal Bonding Agent and Sealer and allow to dry. 

3. Apply the recommended adhesive onto the wall. Install tiles ensuring good contact between the tiles and adhesive. For large format tiles of 

60 x 30cm or larger it is advisable to apply the adhesive using the 10mm square Nicobond Notched Trowel. This will enable bedding out of 

the adhesive to accommodate any curvature in the tiles. 


5. Ensure movement joints are inserted into internal corners, PVC type or silicone sealant. 

* New plaster needs to dry for at least 4 weeks. Tiles to be fixed to finish coat only, never the backing coat. When fixing to Plaster board ensure 

the boards are rigidly braced and adequately supported, fix directly to the paper face, do not skim with plaster. Weight of tiling not to exceed 

32kg/m² on plasterboard and 20kg/m² onto gypsum plaster. For details of fixing large format tiles to alternative substrates or in wet areas 

please contact Nicobond Technical Team. 

* It should be noted that a large format tile is a tile with no tile edge greater than 1200mm (nominal) or a facial area greater than 3600cm². 





Ultragrip 


Quickflex S1 



S1 




Tilers Grout 



Agent and sealer 








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Fixing Mesh Backed Mosaics onto Various Substrates 

1 

2 

3 

4 

5 

6 

1 

1. Ensure the sand:cement screed or concrete is fully cured, flat and clean. If the base is porous, prime with diluted Nicobond Primer in ratio 

4 volumes of water to 1 volume of Nicobond Primer and allow to dry. 

2. Either screw plasterboard to stud frame wall construction at maximum 600mm centres, or gypsum plaster if fixing onto block work. 

3. Overlay plasterboard/gypsum plaster substrate with 12mm Nicobond Tile Backer Board. Use Nicobond Screws and Discs at 400mm 

centres to the substrate. Boards should be cross bonded and screws recessed. 

4. Cover joints between boards with Nicobond Jointing Tape. Seal corners with Nicobond Wet Room Waterproof Tape and Internal Corners. 

5. Apply a layer of adhesive onto the substrate and lightly comb the surface using a Nicobond Notched Trowel. Offer the sheet of mosaic up 

and bed the mesh side into the adhesive layer and smooth the sheet with a flat trowel to ensure good contact between the mesh and the 

adhesive. 

6. Once the adhesive has set firm i.e. the following day, the joints may be grouted using the same Nicobond Mosaic Adhesive and Grout. 

* The backing mesh should not occupy more that 25% of the area of each tessera as this will affect the performance of the Mosaic Adhesive and Grout. In wet 

areas the backing material should be water resistant. * Cement:Sand render should be left for 2 weeks before tiling is applied. (BS 5385 : Part 1) 


Recommended 

Tile Grout 




S2 


Rapidflex 

S1 



S1 



Adhesive 






Tile Back Board 


Nicobond Flexible Fibre S1 










Fixing tiles using the Nicobond Sound Reduction System onto floor type 1 

(concrete base) as per Building Regulations 2010 Document E 

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8 

6 

7 

5 

4 

3 

2 

1 

1. Ceiling of floor level below. 


3. Apply a layer of Nicobond Multi-Purpose Floor Adhesive to concrete base, following the manufacturerʼs instructions. 

4. Lay the Nicobond Acoustic Mat and smooth out with a light roller to remove any air bubbles or voids. 

5. Cover joints between mats with Nicobond Jointing Tape to prevent tile adhesive penetrating to the base which could cause a sound bridge. 

6. Insert acoustic mat strips around the perimeter at wall/floor junctions to isolate the floor covering. 

7. Apply a layer of the recommended adhesive onto the mat and trowel out as usual, ensuring solid bedding of the tiles. 

8. Press tiles into the recommended adhesive with a slight sliding or twisting action. 


*Sound transmission is a complex subject and the Nicobond method needs to be part of a complete building ‘package’ of sound reduction to 

provide ‘adequate’ insulation. *Tiles having sides less than 100mm in length should not be used (see B5385-4) 

Nicobond Acoustic Mat is also suitable for laying under wood, carpet, laminates and vinyl sheet, do not use with vinyl tiles or planks 






S2 



Adhesive S1 


Rapidflex 

S1 







Acoustic Mat 








Nicobond Multi-Purpose Floor 

Adhesive 

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Tiling onto Hard Vinyl Floor Tiles 

4 

3 

2 

1 

1. Thoroughly clean the hard vinyl tiles using Nicobond Super Cleaning Crystals mixed with hot water. This is to remove any traces of polish, 

grease or other contaminants. Any loose tiles and residues of old adhesive should be removed. Ensure the tiles are firmly bonded 

2. Brush apply a coat of slurry primer onto the surface consisting of 1 volume water, 1 volume Nicobond Primer and 1 volume of the 

recommended Nicobond powder adhesive and allow to set. 

3. Apply a layer of the recommended adhesive and press tiles with slight sliding or twisting action. 


* Do not tile to flexible Vinyl Tiles or Sheet. These should be removed together with any residual adhesive. 




Rapidflex 

S1 


Large Format 

Flex S1 




Tilers Grout 





Nicobond Xtra/Enhancer 2002 




Other Featured Products: 




TIling onto Fibreglass/G.R.P. (Glass Reinforced Polyester) Internal Areas. 

4 

3 

2 

1 

1. Ensure the GRP is structurally sound and does not exhibit any sign of cracking. Thoroughly clean and abrade the surface to provide a 

mechanical key and to remove any loose fibres or other contaminants which may prevent adhesion. 

2. Brush apply a coat of slurry primer to the surface consisting of 1 volume water, 1 volume Nicobond Primer and 1 volume of 

Nicobond Powder Adhesive and allow to set. 



* Ensure newly installed GRP is permitted to cure thoroughly for a period of at least 7 – 10 days at 20ºC before tiling. Not suitable for tiling to 

Acylic shower trays. 






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Sdhesive S1 



and Enhancer 



Adhesive 











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Tiling onto Flooring Grade Asphalt 

4 

3 

2 

1 

1. Ensure surface is cleaned thoroughly using a solution of Nicobond Super Cleaning Crystals mixed with hot water. 

2. Brush apply a coat of slurry primer to the surface consisting of 1 volume water 1 volume Nicobond Primer and 1 volume Nicobond 

adhesive powder and allow to set. 



* For internal areas the grade of asphalt should be type F 1076 and suitable for the anticipated loads and conditions. For external areas 

such as balconies or roof terraces , the asphalt should be paving grade. Roofing felt is not a suitable surface to tile directly onto. 






S2 


Rapidflex 

S1 



and Enhancer 2002 








Nicobond Flexible FibreS1 






Tiling onto Oil Based Gloss Painted Surfaces 

1 

2 

3 

1. Thoroughly clean existing paintwork ensuring it is firmly bonded to the substrate. It is advisable to tile to gloss paint only. 

If the surface is suspect, cover with Nicobond Tile Backer Board. 

2. Spread the recommended adhesive over the existing paint and fix new tiles using the notched trowel or solid bed method as appropriate. 


* Ensure the paint is sufficiently sound to bear the weight of new tiling. 

* Tiling to water based paints /distemper is not recommended, these should be removed before tiling commences. 

* Only absorbent ceramic tiles may be used with ready mixed products for tile on tile, if porcelain tiles then use cement based adhesives. 




Waterproof 

Tile Adhesive 


Aquagrip 



Adhesive S1 




Tilers Grout 








Other Feature Product: 


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Tiling onto Steel Substrates 

1 

2 

3 

4 

3 

2 

1 

1. The substrate must be braced and rigid to receive tiling. Ensure it is clean, dry and free from dust or any other contamination which will 

reduce adhesion. The steel should be degreased using a solution of Nicobond Super Cleaning Crystals mixed with hot water. 

2. Brush apply a coat of slurry primer to the surface consisting of 1 volume water, 1 volume Nicobond Primer and 1 volume 




* It is not recommended to tile onto Stainless Steel, highly flexibilised epoxy adhesives are required for this function. Galvanised Steel 

should be checked to ensure the galvanised coating is firmly bonded to the base metal. 






S2 


Rapidflex 

S1 



Adhesive S1 



Adhesive 









Nicobond Ecofle S1x 





Wet Room Waterproof Tanking for Solid Construction Walls and Floors 

1 

2 

6 

8 

9 

10 

5 

4 

7 

3 

2 

1 

4. Large Collar to seal joint between the 

drain and the Premier Shower Deck. 

1. Cement render or gypsum plastered walls and concrete or sand:cement screeded floors. 

2. If surface is porous prime with Nicobond Primer 

3. Insert the Premier Shower Deck into position or lay screed to appropriate fall. Make connections for drainage. 

4. Fit the self adhesive Nicobond Wet Room Waterproof Large Collar to seal the joint between the drain and the Premier Shower Deck. 

5. Start with internal corners, wall and floor junctions, joint between Premier Shower Deck and screed, install the self adhesive 

components, these can be overcoated with Nicobond Wet Room Waterproof Membrane and allow to dry. 

6. Using a medium roller, apply the first coat of membrane to wall and floor. It is not necessary to coat the Premier Shower Deck (only 

around the drain collar) as it is waterproof. Allow to dry. 

7. Apply the second coat of membrane over walls, floors and wet room components to ensure a good seal is achieved. The optimum 

thickness of the membrane to be minimum 0.6mm for the two coats. Allow to dry for at least 2 hours before commencing tiling. 



10. Insert movement and perimeter joints to internal corners and at wall and floor junctions. 

*Allow at least 6 weeks for structural concrete floors to cure and further 3 weeks for subsequently applied screed. In the event that a rapid 

setting cement 

replacement is used the drying time of screed will be greatly reduced. Refer to the Technical Team for further information. New plaster 

needs to dry for at least 4 weeks. Tiles to be fixed to finish coat only, never the backing coat. Weight of tiling on gypsum plaster should not 

exceed 20kg/m 2 . 

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Tiled Floor 







Nicobond Wet Room 

Waterproofing Membrane 

Nicobond Wet Room Waterproofing 

Tanking Sheet (self adhesive) 


Pipe Collars (self adhesive) 


Corners and Tape (self adhesive) 





Rapidflex 

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S1 















Nicobond Waterproof Tanking 

System 



Wet Room Waterproof Tanking System for Stud Walls and Timber Floors 

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1. Screw plasterboard to stud frame wall construction at maximum 600mm centres. Ensure surfaces are dust free and clean. 

2. If wall surfaces are porous and for timber floors prime with Nicobond Universal Bonding Agent & Sealer. 

3. Cut out the timber floor for the Premier Shower Deck and make connections for drainage. 

4. Use self adhesive Nicobond Wet Room Waterproof Large Collar to seal joint between the drain and the Premier Shower Deck. 

5. Place the Plastic Ply into position on the floor, removing the backing sheet for self adhesive fixing. 

6. Spread a thin, even layer of tile adhesive over the Plastic Ply to provide a flat surface 

7. Lay the Nicobond Wet Room Waterproof Tanking Sheet. This will waterproof all sections of the timber floor. Use the Nicobond Wet Room 

Waterproof Tape to seal the joints. 

8. Start with internal corners, wall and floor junctions, joint between Premier Shower Deck and Tanking Sheet, install the self adhesive 

components, these can be overcoated with Nicobond Wet Room Waterproof Membrane as described below. 

9. Using a medium roller apply the first coat of Nicobond Wet Room Waterproofing Membrane to wall and floor. It is not necessary to coat the 

Premier Shower Deck (only around the drain collar) as it is waterproof. Allow to dry. 










* The use of sheets and boards that are subject to movement from changes in moisture content e.g. wood-based materials such as plywood, 

chipboard, wood particle boards etc. should be avoided if at all possible.Failure to observe recommendations as to treatment of boards can 

lead to subsequent warping and distortion of the boards with consequent cracking and delamination of the tiling. In situations where tiles 

maybe subject to high pressure water jet ie: from power showers it is recommended to fill joints using Nicobond Starlike Extreme Performance 

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Tiled Floor 







Plastic Ply 













Rapidflex 

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Nicobond Ecoflex 





System 

Nicobond UBAS 



Creating a Wet Zone Shower Area without Breaching the Floor 

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1. Screw plasterboard to stud frame wall construction at maximum 600mm centres. Ensure the sand:cement screed or concrete is fully 

cured, flat and clean. 

2. If wall or floor surfaces are porous prime with Nicobond UBAS or Nicobond Primer and allow to dry. 

3. Prepare the Wet Zone by placing the Wet Zone Base into position. Locate the positioning for the waste pipe and cut out accordingly. 

Attend to connections from the waste pipe to the Phleximax drain. 

4. Spread a thin even layer of recommended adhesive over the surface and bed the Premier Shower Deck onto this. Use a spirit level to 

make sure all the levels are correct. 

5. To ensure the Wet Zone is water tight, treat with Nicobond Wet Room Waterproofing Membrane and tanking system components, start 

with internal corners, wall and floor junctions, pipe collars around water inlet connection and the Phleximax, install the self adhesive 

components, these can be overcoated with Nicobond Wet Room Waterproof Membrane and press the above components into position 

and allow to dry. 

6. Using a medium roller apply the first coat of Nicobond Wet Room Waterproof Membrane to wall. It is not necessary to coat the Premier 

Shower Deck (only around the drain collar) as it is waterproof. Allow to dry. (If desired the remaining floor area can also be tanked 

following procedures in the previous pages.) Apply the second coat of membrane over walls and Wet room components to ensure a 

good seal is achieved. The optimum thickness of the membrane to be minimum 0.6mm for the two coats. Allow to dry for at least 2 hours 

before commencing tiling. 

7. Press the tiles into the recommended adhesive with slight sliding or twisting action. Tiles may be fixed directly to the edge detail of the 

Wet Zone Base and the Premier Shower Deck. 



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Wet Zone Base 

105mm thick 












S2 


Rapidflex 

S1 











Nicobond uickflex S1 






System 



Levelling prior to ceramic tiling 

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1. Ensure the concrete base or Cement screed has fully cured and is clean, sound and dry. 

2. If the sub-floor is porous, prime with diluted Nicobond Primer in the ratio of 4 volumes of water to 1 volume of 

Nicobond Primer and allow to dry. 

3. Apply ScreedPro Level Floor up to 50mm thick in one application according to the instructions. 

4. Solidly bed tiles into suitable adhesive 3-6mm deep using slight sliding action. Allow to dry to recommended time. 


Suspended floor or direct to ground base must have an effective damp proof membrane installed. 

Recommended Screeds 

Alternative Screeds 


ScreedPro 

Level Floor 

ScreedPro 

Cement Mix 

ScreedPro 

Latex 


Primer 




S2 



Adhesive S1 


Rapidflex 

S1 


Large Format 

Flex S1 


Carbon Neutral 

Adhesive 

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Fast Track Floor Refurbishment for floor coverings 

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1. Remove existing hard vinyl floor tiles from the sub-floor. Ensure the base is sound and dry. 

2. Remove as much of the residual flooring adhesive as possible and ensure remaining residues are hard and not water softenable. 

3. Apply the ScreedPro All Purpose up to a maximum of 6mm thick on residues according to the instructions and allow to dry. 

4. Apply a layer of the recommended adhesive and press tiles with a slight sliding or twisting action. 




ScreedPro 

All Purpose 





S2 


Rapidflex 

S1 


Large Format 

Flex S1 




Tilers Grout 





Reference Documents 

The recommendations in this publication and on our website 

www.ncnicobond.com are made in good faith for the guidance of 

specifiers and users. Clarification of any system employed must be sought 

from the local branch or Technical Team before commencing work. Our 

company pursues a policy of continuous research and development; we 

therefore reserve the right to update this information at any time without prior 

notice. We also guarantee the consistent high quality of our products; 

however, since conditions of use and workmanship are outside our control, 

the advice is given without responsibility on our part. Please always ensure 

you are working from the current copy of our directory. 

Any colour representations in this publication are as near to actual as the 

printing process will allow. Colours should always be selected from an 

actual sample prior to use. The same colour name may appear in several 

product groups, particularly with grouting compounds. Due to the varying 

nature of the groups this should not be construed as meaning the colour will 

provide an exact match. All colours should be checked for suitability prior to 

the commencement of work. 

Always use clean mixing equipment and tools, which should be washed in 

water immediately after use. Residual adhesive or grout must be washed 

from the face of tiles before it sets, particularly in situations where Nicobond 

Enhancer 2002 or epoxy products have been used. 

When mixing cement based adhesives, grouting compounds and screeds 

the powder must always be added to the liquid. In the majority of instances 

on site a quicker, smoother mix will be achieved by using a Nicobond 

mixing whisk in a slow speed electric drill to blend the powder/liquid 

elements. It is also particularly appropriate when adding Nicobond 

Granite Chippings into a previously blended Nicobond screeding 

compound. 

When blending screeding compounds in small quantities, any buckets used 

must always be thoroughly cleaned between each application. Residual 

quantities of material may speed up the setting time of subsequent blends. 

Coverage figures quoted do not include wastage and are dependent upon 

the condition of surface and type of tile. 

All quoted setting times are given in good faith and established in a 

controlled laboratory environment at 20ºC and 50% relative humidity. This is 

to ensure consistent results; however adverse weather or site conditions 

may extend or shorten these times. When fixing porcelain or fully vitrified tiles 

quoted setting times will be extended except for our epoxy based 

materials. 

Nicobond ready mixed paste and cementitious based adhesives and grouts 

used for tiling are not designed to form, in themselves, a water impermeable 

membrane. 

Nicobond ready mixed paste adhesives are not suitable for tiling to plastics, 

fibre-glass, or metal surfaces and are not suitable for continuous immersion 

in water. For dispersion adhesives of this type to provide a satisfactory bond 

either the tile or the substrate must be absorbent. 

Consideration must also be given to placement of movement and 

expansion joints. Since selecting the type and location of joints involves 

consideration of construction materials, bedding systems, anticipated 

temperature and humidity conditions, areas concerned and setting out of 

the tiling, it is the responsibility of the designer to incorporate joint details at 

the design stage. BS 5385 refers. 

To avoid failure which may follow from the debonding of any original 

adhesive, it is recommended that any residual quantities be removed to 

expose approximately 80%, evenly distributed, of the original surface. 

Whatever the surface involved it must be fully cured, dimensionally stable, 

clean, dry, and free from dust, laitance or any other contamination which will 

reduce adhesion. 

Good adhesion to the sub-floor is very important to guarantee the 

successful application of any thin screed or underlayment. Direct to earth 

sub-floors must have an effective DPM (seek technical advice). All Nicobond 

products should be mixed and applied in accordance with the relevant and 

most current product data sheet. 

Nicobond products should not be used to make good screeds or any other 

substrates that are either structurally weak or have a friable surface. 

Do not add additional water to the single part water based products or 

additional liquid to the latex based products as this will reduce the final 

performance of the cementitious underlayments. 

Do not apply any Nicobond screed product below 5 o c or above 25 o c; 

the temperature of the substrate must be carefully considered and included 

in your temperature calculations before using any cementitious screed 

product. 

Concrete curing agents, admixtures and surface hardeners and the residues 

of these products can impair adhesion. Where doubt exists or the 

compatibility is unknown a trial adhesion test should be carried out before 

the work commences. All surfaces must be clean, sound and free from dust, 

plaster droppings, bitumen, grease, paint, polish and any water softenable 

or loosely adhered materials. 

Gypsum / Calcium Sulphate / Anhydrite based Screeds 

Gypsum and anhydrite based screeds also require careful consideration in 

respect of moisture content, surface finish and chemical compatibility. 

The screed should be tested for moisture according to 

BS8203:2001+A1:2009. The recommended methods are Hair/Electronic 

Hygrometer–The test is non destructive and provides reliable results for a 

relative humidity of 75%. Carbide Bomb–Destructive but gives a direct 

measurement of moisture content. Oven Drying-Time consuming but also 

gives a direct measurement.Note –Electronic metres are not suitable for 

accurate determination of the moisture content of calcium sulphate screeds. 

It is the installers responsibility to take all necessary precautions in terms of 

taking moisture readings to satisfy themselves that the floor is adequately 

dry prior to applying Nicobond flooring products. These screeds are 

commonly applied by pump which leaves a laitance on the surface and it is 

the flooring contractors responsibility to return after 2 or 3 days to 

sand this off. 

These screeds contain Calcium Sulphate which can be problematical if they 

come into contact with cement (screed or adhesive) in the presence of 

moisture. Under these circumstances a chemical reaction can take place. It 

is necessary to create a barrier utilising a priming system or disconnecting 

mat (unless Nicobond Gypfix is used for tile fixing) to prevent the formation 

of Ettringite, an expansive crystalline product which can lead to delamination 

of the screed or tile bed. 

Nicobond Silicone Sealant should always be used to seal between surfaces 

subject to any differential movement such as where tiles abut or between 

tiled wall & shower tray, also for filling expansion joints in vertical surfaces. 

A diverse range of substrates is now presented to the specifier or fixer when 

considering ceramic wall and floor tiling and similar cladding materials, or 

the application of screed and rendering. 

Tile backer boards are becoming increasingly popular and all such 

proprietary products or similar substrates must be suitable for the intended 

purpose and have been fixed strictly in accordance with the manufacturers 

instructions. 

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As a general guide the following should be noted and acted upon accordingly. 

• "New plasterwork should have been completed at least 4 weeks 

previously and should be dry throughout. Tiles should only be fixed to the 

finish coat, never direct to the backing coat. Plasterwork is unsuitable as a 

background for tiling in wet areas." 

(BS 5385: Part 1: 2009 Section 6 Table 3d). 

• "New concrete, concrete blocks and bricks and calcium silicate bricks 

should be left for at least 6 weeks before rendering or direct fixing is 

commenced. Cement: sand mortar rendering should be left for 2 weeks 

before tiling is applied." 

(BS 5385: Part 1: 2009 Section 6 Table 3a). 

• "At least 6 weeks should be allowed for structural floors to undergo 

initial drying shrinkage. If a screed is subsequently to be applied the screed 

should be left for at least a further 3 weeks." 

(BS 5385: Part 3: 2014 Section 4.3). 

• “Timber is not considered to be a suitable base for floor tiling in wet, 

frequently damp, or high humidity areas, unless appropriate precautions are 

taken (BS 5385-4). Noggins might be required between joists in order to 

achieve the required rigidity. The limit of deflection normally permitted for 

domestic timber floors (see BS 5268-2) might be too great to avoid 

damage to tiling systems.” 

• “As the floor coverings, adhesives and smoothing compounds may be 

adversely affected by moisture, sub-floors should be so constructed as to 

protect the floor covering installation from moisture or water vapour from 

the” (see BS 8203: 2001: 3.1.4) 

• For additional information and guidance on tiling to Calcium Sulfate based 

screeds refer to The Tile Association publication “Tiling to Calcium Sulfate 

Screeds.” 

For adhesives or screeds to perform according to specification it is important that the porosity of such surfaces is reduced to acceptable 

levels. Highly porous cementitious based surfaces such as aerated concrete or aerated blocks must be sealed using system 2 below, as a 

minimum. Should any doubt remain concerning porosity then a slurry priming coat according to system 1 should be applied and allowed to set before 

further work proceeds. 

Nicobond recommends three basic procedures for priming or sealing and reference to the following systems will appear throughout this section. 

System 1 - Slurry Priming 

System 2 - Priming/Sealing Exterior 

System 3 - Priming/Sealing Interior 

A most effective primer for all cement based adhesives 

& screeds, internally and externally, is to brush tightly 

onto the surface a thin even layer of a well stirred 

mixture of: 

1 volume water 

1 volume Nicobond Primer 

1 volume of Nicobond cement based product that will 

then be used. 

The layer should normally be allowed to set for a few 

hours before work progresses. 

Coverage: Approximately 5 - 6m² per litre of Nicobond 

Primer. 

For the simple priming/sealing of all cementitious & 

other surfaces particularly for exterior work, brush into 

the surface a thin even layer of: 

4 volumes water 

1 volume Nicobond Primer mixed by thorough stirring. 

The layer should be allowed to dry slightly before 

applying Nicobond smoothing compounds or 

adhesives. 

Coverage: Approximately 30m² per litre of Nicobond 

Primer. 

For the simple priming/sealing of most interior 

surfaces brush apply a thin even layer of a blend of: 

4 volumes water 

1 volume Nicobond Universal Bonding Agent and 

Sealer mixed by thorough stirring. 

Allow the layer to thoroughly dry before continuing. 

Coverage: Approximately 30m² per litre of Nicobond 

Universal Bonding Agent and Sealer. 

Application Methods for Fixing Ceramic Tiles, Mosaic and Natural Stones 


Our unique liquid additive is suitable for use with a number of our cementitious 

adhesives and grouts within the Nicobond range. 

Detailed mixing ratios are contained within the data pages for appropriate 

products. However the following table for the number of litres required per 

20 kilo bag may be found useful as a quick reference. 

Product Enhancer 2002 Water 

Nicobond Rapid Tile & Stone 2.0 ltrs 2.6 ltrs 

Nicobond Xtra Tile & Stone 3.0 ltrs 3.0 ltrs 

Nicobond Quickflex 2.5 ltrs 2.5 ltrs 

Nicobond Standard Set Flex 2.0 ltrs 3.0 ltrs 

Nicobond Quickfix 1.4 ltrs 3.0 ltrs 

Nicobond Tilers Grout Grey 1.0 ltrs 3.0 ltrs 

Nicobond Tilers Grout White 1.4 ltrs 5.6 ltrs 



Adhesive Application Techniques 

Thin Bed Ceramic Wall Tile Adhesives 

Spread the prepared adhesive with the straight edge of a Nicobond Notched 

Trowel to a maximum depth of 3mm. Reverse the trowel and comb the 

adhesive with the notched edge, ensuring that continuous horizontal ribs of 

adhesive are formed. 

Solid Bed Ceramic Wall Tile Adhesives 

Working up to the maximum bed thickness specified for the product spread 

the prepared adhesive with the straight edge of the Nicobond Notched 

Trowel. Reverse the trowel and lightly comb the surface of the adhesive with 

the notched edge ensuring that continuous, horizontal ribs of adhesive are 

formed. In areas of high moisture or for exterior work, the solid bed 

fixing method, i.e. no voids behind the tiles, must be used. 

Solid Bed Ceramic Floor Tile Adhesives 

The mixed adhesive should be applied with the straight edge of the 

Nicobond Notched Trowel up to the maximum depth specified for the 

product. Lightly comb over the surface of the adhesive using the notched 

edge of the trowel. Do not press trowel through the full depth of adhesive. 

Where tiles have deep keys or studs, spread the adhesive onto the back of 

the tile to fill the keys or spaces between the studs. 

Bonding Of The Tiles 

Fix dry tiles immediately pressing them firmly into position with a slight 

sliding or twisting action. Where appropriate, the adhesive can be spread 

both onto the surface as described above, and buttered on the backs of the 

tiles. Which ever method is used, the tiles should be firmly tamped or 

pressed home to ensure solid bedding without voids (particularly on 

flooring installations). Floors should not be opened to any traffic until the 

adhesive has hardened. From time to time remove a tile to check that full 

contact has been made with the adhesive bed. Exterior installations must 

be protected from rain and frost until the adhesive has fully set. Where 

fixing is carried out in hot conditions, the finished tiling should be protected 

from direct sunlight to avoid premature drying. Adjustments to tiling can 

usually be made for between 10 and 20mins after fixing, refer to the 

Nicobond Tiling Products Directory for individual product information. 

Mosaics 

Spread a thin, even layer of adhesive and lightly comb the surface. Apply 

the mosaic sheet ensuring that all the tesserae are in complete contact with 

the adhesive. When laying paper faced mosaics, the sheets may be back 

grouted prior to fixing, alternatively grouting may be completed once the 

adhesive has set sufficiently for the paper to be removed. The use of our 

unique Nicobond Mosaic Adhesive & Grout will aid fixing and ensure 

complete uniformity of colour throughout. 

Large Size Floor Ceramics 

Nicobond Large Format adhesive provides a fast, convenient solution for 

achieving solid bed fixing of large size floor cladding and can be used at 

thicknesses from 4mm - 30mm. Immediately after mixing pour the adhesive 

on to the floor, working in small areas to avoid premature drying. Comb out 

with a trowel having rounded notches 10mm deep at 30mm centres and 

solidly bed the dry tiles into the adhesive ensuring there are no voids. 

Marble, Granite or Natural Stones (Slabs and Tiles) 

Whilst thinner slabs/tiles of marble or granite can be fixed using Nicobond 

ready mixed thin bed or cementitious adhesives, our Nicobond Natural 

Stone Speedflex is our preferred adhesive for larger tiles or slabs. Ensure 

that any dust is removed from the reverse of the slab. Spread mixed 

adhesive evenly onto the slab up to a maximum thickness of 12mm and to 

within 5cm of the edge. Press the slab firmly onto the surface with a 

twisting or sliding action. Remove any adhesive from slab face before it 

hardens. Slabs being fixed in a vertical position may require supporting 

during the initial setting period. 

Grouting Notes 

Ensure that the adhesive has set, that all joints are dry, clean and free from 

all loose materials. Check that the grout selected is correct in terms of joint 

width and depth and relevant to the service conditions. Do not grout more 

than 1 - 2m 2 at a time. 

Tiles with a soft glaze or Metallic finish such as silver or 18 carat gold are 

prone to scratching; care must be taken in the selection of the grout to 

ensure it is not too abrasive for the tile chosen. If in doubt always carry out 

a small trial prior to grouting 

Tiles which have been fixed to impervious surfaces such as concrete, glazed 

brick, existing glazed tiles or oil based paint should not be grouted for several 

days after completion of fixing, this will allow the moisture from the adhesive 

to dry out through the joints. 

Grouted swimming pools should remain empty for 3 weeks before being 

filled with ‘balanced’ water. Pools may be filled with salt water if desired, 

except where the sulphate content is very high. 

Using the Nicobond Grouter or Nicobond Float Grouter the grout must be 

worked well into the tile or mosaic joints ensuring that they are completely 

filled. Immediately remove any surplus grout from the tiled surface. Before 

the grout sets wipe the complete area with a clean, damp cloth or sponge, 

avoiding products e.g. highly pigmented sponges, which may cause the 

grout line to discolour. Tile joints should then be finished off to the desired 

effect. Final polishing of the tiles may be carried out with a clean dry cloth 

once the film of grout remaining on the surface has dried. Allow grout to fully 

dry before bringing into use. 

When re-grouting an existing installation ensure that the old grout has been 

thoroughly raked out of the joints, taking care not to damage the glazed 

edges of the tiles. Excessive use of water when mixing or during 

application may cause shade variation, efflorescence, pin holing or dusting 

of the grout and must be avoided. 

If using acid or chemical systems to clean grouted installations grouted with 

cementitious products it is essential to pre-soak the grout lines with clean 

water. Clean water must also be used to thoroughly wash off all remaining 

traces of the cleaning system. 

With all cementitious grouting compounds it is important to follow the 

recommended ratio given for mixing powder to water and to employ the 

same technique when finishing the grout line. Should water ratios vary 

excessively this can effect the final colour, as will different methods of 

finishing off. 

For large floor areas, rotary floor scrubbing machines fitted with special 

squeezy blades can be used to rapidly consolidate grout into the joints and 

assist in the cleaning process. 

Coloured Grouting 

Before any coloured grout is applied we recommend that a trial be carried 

out on a sample tile to ensure that staining of the tile surface or tile edges 

does not occur since N&C Building Products Limited will not accept 

responsibility for staining. All the ready blended colours of our cementitious 

grouts are intermixable within the product group to extend the colour range. 

High strength pigments are used in the manufacture of all Nicobond 

Coloured Grouts, however care should be taken in the selection and 

application of cleaning and maintenance chemicals as otherwise, some 

discolouration may occur. Waterborne chemicals in swimming pools may 

cause a bleaching effect and we do not recommend the use of coloured 

grout, other than epoxy based material. Aggressive or unbalanced water will 

have a detrimental effect on any cementitious grouts and in extreme cases, 

any epoxy product. 

Building Regulations may also require mechanical fixing. 

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Discolouration In Tile Grouts 

Grout discolours because of poor installation techniques, improper cleaning 

methods, laitance, and improperly cured setting beds. Colour differences 

can occur in different parts of an installation because the grout is allowed to 

cure at different rates. Uneven curing causes uneven colour. Inconsistent 

mixing and installation techniques also cause uneven colour. 

Common causes of grout discolouration 

Darker colour 

Absorptive tile 

Low humidity 

Dry grout mix 

Late finishing process 

Deep joints 

Lighter Colour 

Non-Absorptive tile (fully vitrified/porcelain) 

High humidity 

Wet grout mix 

Early (wet) finishing process 

Shallow joints 

White Grout turning Yellow? 

Tile adhesive and grout manufacturers have highlighted a phenomenon 

whereby under certain conditions standard grade white cementitious tile 

grouts turn yellow. This condition is totally unpredictable and so far has 

proved to be an unsolvable conundrum in so far as standard grade grouts 

are concerned. The information we have is that this problem does not occur 

with highly polymer modified grout products. 

The circumstances are so bizarre that a number of rooms in a dwelling can 

be grouted with the same grout yet not all rooms are affected. The tile fixer 

can use the grout in one location e.g. kitchen and it remains white yet move 

to another location e.g. the bathroom and the same material from the same 

bag of grout turns yellow. The fact that these inconsistencies arise has led 

the manufacturers to the conclusion that the grout is not faulty – indeed if in 

other areas the grout has remained white then the claim is justified. 

From reports received, it is apparent that it occurs in high humidity locations 

such as bathrooms and that light and heat also have a role to play, one report 

sited an example whereby the whole of the bathroom wall grouting turned 

yellow with the exception of an area behind the towel rail which remained 

white. There are suggestions that the problem is regional i.e. in soft water 

areas (but it has been reported in hard water areas also), that it is seasonal 

with a higher proportion of complaints being received in the Spring and 

Autumn with virtually none in the Summer. 

From the manufacturers perspective all manner of tests have been carried 

out from close examination of all the raw materials to the products end use, 

the difficulty is that it is virtually impossible to replicate the conditions in a 

laboratory to recreate the effect. 

As a result of this investigation is has been found that bleach based cleaning 

agents do appear to successfully overcome the problem and in the majority 

of cases the yellowing does not reappear. As far as the consumer is 

concerned it remains a case of trial and error if it occurs then cleaning with 

bleach may solve the problem otherwise it will be a matter of regrouting with 

a polymer modified grout or of course selecting a polymer modified product 

at the outset. 

This phenomenon has been a topic of conversation on various Tile Forums 

for some considerable time and it is felt that an open and honest approach 

needs to be made for the benefit of the consumer, the tile fixer and the 

manufacturer. 

Please refer to www.ncnicobond.com download section for further 

information on discolouration in tile grouts. 

Epoxy Grout 

When preparing epoxy adhesives or grouts full instructions on the 

packaging should be followed. It is important that any liquid components 

which may contain pigment are thoroughly stirred to ensure good 

distribution. It is also essential that all components are mixed as a 

complete kit; do not attempt to make up part mixes as these may not 

subsequently cure. Do not grout more than ½ -1m 2 at a time with epoxies. 

The use of correct tools is essential when applying Nicobond Starlike Grout. 

Use the Nicobond Epoxy Float Grouter to work the grout into the dry joints, 

ensuring they are completely filled. Remove all excess mortar from the 

surface of the tiles with the edge of the float grouter. Any remaining material 

can be cleaned off within the working time using the correct Emulsifying pad 

with a little water and applying gentle pressure, working in circularmovements 

to emulsify the residues on the tile face. Carefully remove the resulting slurry 

with a squeezed out sponge, wiping the tile surface once before rinsing again 

in clean water. To remove any remaining film of StarlikeGrout residue from 

the surface, allow the grout to set for 24 hours and then apply Nicobond 

Resin Cleaner onto the surface. Use the white emulsifying pad in a circular 

motion to remove the haze. Wash off the surface with clean water and polish 

with a dry cloth. 

Calculating Grout Requirements 

A useful guide to calculating the requirements of cementitious grouts for any 

tiling installation is as follows: 

(tile length + tile width) x tile thickness x joint width 

tile length x tile width 

For Nicobond Easiclean Epoxide use a factor of 1.8kg/m². 

For Nicobond Starlike Grout use a factor of 1.8kg/m². 

An example of this would be as follows: 

(330mm + 250mm) x 8 x 3 

330 x 250mm 

Resulting Coverage = 0.34kg/m² 

Coverage Guide 

Wall Tiles 

Joint Width 

x Factor of 2 

Shelf Life 

Unless otherwise stated Nicobond products have a shelf life of 12 months 

in unopened packaging from the date of packing. Please refer to our 

website www.ncnicobond.com for individual data sheets for specific advice. 

Storage 

Nicobond products must be stored clear of the ground and in dry 

conditions, protect from frost, direct sunlight and extremes of heat and 

humidity. 

Material Safety Data Sheets 

The relevant Material Safety Data Sheet can be obtained from our website 

www.ncnicobond.com or directly from N&C Building Products Ltd at the 

address below. 

Manufacturer’s Warranty 

All Nicobond adhesives, grouts and screeds are covered by our lifetime 

manufacturer’s warranty. If our products are proven to be defective by 

reason only of manufacturing workmanship we will, at our discretion, 

provide replacement product free of charge. 2 

Faulty installation or non compliance with the current BS/EN Standard or 

The Tile Association recommendations/papers relating to substrates, the 

application of material and inappropriate use are excluded from this 

warranty and our liability is limited to the cost of replacement only on 

production of purchase invoice or receipt. 

x 2 

Coverage 

15 x 15 x 0.6cm 2mm joint 0.3kg/m² 



60 x 30 x 0.10cm 3mm joint 0.3 kg/m² 

Mosaic Sheet 25 x 25mm Tessara 

30 x 30 x 0.4cm 1.5mm joint 0.96kg/m² 

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The advice given in this publication is based on the following British and 

EN Standards, Codes of Practice and The Tile Assocation’s extensive range 

of technical publications and should be referred to if further guidance is 

required. 

BS 5385 - 1: 2009 

Wall and floor tiling. Code of Practice for the design and installation of 

internal ceramic and natural stone wall tiling and mosaics in normal 

conditions. 

BS 5385 - 2: 2015 

Wall and floor tiling. Design and installation of external ceramic and 

mosaic wall tiling in normal conditions. Code of practice. 

BS 5385 – 3: 2014 

Wall and floor tiling. Design and installation of internal and external ceramic 

floor tiles and mosaics in normal conditions. Code of practice. 

BS 5385 – 4: 2009 

Wall and floor tiling. Design and installation of ceramic and mosaic tiling in 

special conditions. Code of practice. 

BS 5385 – 5: 2009 

Wall and floor tiling. Design and installation of terrazzo, natural stone and agglomerated 

stone tile and slab flooring. Code of practice. 

BS EN ISO 10545 Ceramic Tiles 

BS EN 14411:2012 

Ceramic Tiles: Definitions, classifications, characteristics, evaluation of conformity 

and marking. 

BS EN 13914-1:2016 

Design, preparation and application of external rendering and internal 

plastering. External rendering 

BS 5325: 2001 

Installation of textile floorcoverings – Code of practice 

BS 6925: 1988 

Mastic asphalt for building and civil engineering (limestone engineering) 

BS 6093:2006 +A1:2013 

Design of joints and jointing in building construction. 

BS 8000 Series 

Workmanship on building sites. Code of practice. 

BS 8204 -1:2003 + A1:2009 

Screeds, bases and in-situ floorings. Concrete bases and cement sand 

levelling screeds to receive floorings. Code of practice. 

BS 8204-3:2004+ A1:2011 

Screeds, bases and in-situ floorings. Polymer modified cementitious 

levelling screeds and wearing screeds. Code of practice. 

BS 8204-5: 2004 + A1:2011 

Screeds, bases and in-situ floorings Part 5: Code of practice for mastic 

asphalt underlays and wearing surfaces 

BS 8204-7:2003 

Screeds, bases and in-situ floorings. Pumpable self-smoothing screeds. 

Code of practice. 

BS EN 12706: 2000 

Adhesives – test methods for hydraulic setting floor smoothing and/or 

levelling compounds. Determination of flow characteristics 

BS EN 13813:2002 

Screed material and floor screeds. Screed material. Properties and 

requirements 

BS EN 13318: 2000 

Screed material and floor screeds – Definitions 

BS EN 14891: 2012 

Liquid applied water impermeable products for use beneath ceramic tiling 

bonded with adhesives - Requirements, test methods, evaluation of 

conformity, classification and designation. 

BS EN 13748-1: 2004 

Terrazzo tiles - Terrazzo tiles for internal use. 

BS EN 13748-2: 2004 

Terrazzo tiles - Terrazzo tiles for external use. 

BS EN 14618: 2009 

Agglomerated Stone. Terminology and classification 

BS EN 13892-2: 2002 

Methods of test for screed materials. Determination of flexural and compressive 

strengths. 

The Tile Association - Technical Publications. 

BS 8201: 2011 

Code of practice for flooring of wood and wood based panels. 

BS 8203: 2001+ A1:2009 

Code of practice for installation of resilient floor coverings 


With effect from July 2013 CE marking became mandatory for tile adhesives in the UK. In order to be CE marked, tile adhesives must comply with the essential 

requirements of the relevant Harmonised EN Standards set out under the Construction Products Regulation (CPR). 

The CE mark is a fitness for purpose mark linked to the essential requirements listed within the above standard and in essence is a ‘passport’ which allows 

our tile adhesive products to be placed on the market in any EU member state. To determine the quality of tile adhesives requires reference to all parts of the 

standard, whereas CE marking requires compliance with only specific conditions. 

1. Subject to our standard delivery schedule. 

2. Subject to terms and conditions, please ask for a copy of the 

N&C Nicobond warranty if required. 

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WETROOMS 

As manufacturers of the complete system, N&C 

offer every component required to create a 

stylish, level access showering environment. 

ADHESIVES 

We manufacture innovative, high performance 

adhesives, grouts and tiling systems through our 

Nicobond brand, within our UK based factory. 

WALL & FLOOR TILES 

N&C are leading suppliers of award winning 

ceramic, porcelain and natural stone wall and 

floor tiles. 

IRONMONGERY 

As ironmongers since 1875, and as part of the 

Guild of Architectural Ironmongers, we specialise 

in everything required in washrooms 

FLOORING 

As leading manufacturers, we provide quality 

materials for required safety flooring, such as 

Nicobond Ikon Wetroom Safety Vinyl sheet, vinyl 

tiles and screeds. 

BATHS 

From contemporary and classic, we have a broad 

collection of baths in a range of shapes and styles 

perfect for hotels. 

INDEPENDENT LIVING 

Through our Phlexicare brand, N&C are leading 

manufacturers and distributors of independent 

living solutions designed for people with all 

levels of abilities, covering accessible showering, 

multi user kitchens and more. 

DECORATING 

Our builders merchant division offers all the 

popular trade brands for decorators and building 

professionals. 

GLASS & GLAZING 

As the UK’s leading independent supplier of 

commercial and domestic glass and glazing 

products, we can offer unrivalled solutions at 

competitive prices. 

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Leeds LS12 1HE 

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Nicholls & Clarke Group 

Sixty Years of Innovation and Still Evolving 

N&C Nicobond are the original, British manufacturers and distributors of high quality tile 

adhesives, grouts, smoothing compounds and tiling systems. With over 60 years experience, 

Nicobond have grown from strength to strength with expertise in the manufacture and 

distribution of high quality products. This 60 year journey has seen Nicobond products 

evolving in harmony with the tile manufacturing industry. We offer an unrivalled range of 

solutions that allow the fixing of every format of product imaginable, from large format stone 

to slim porcelain tiles or slabs. 

Nicobond products have been developed for use within specialist applications as well as day 

to day applications, and within domestic and commercial settings.

Established in 1875, Nicholls & Clarke has pedigree 

that has been developed over many years. Through 

great heritage, we have gained a depth of knowledge 

and invaluable experience in the manufacturing and 

supplying of Nicobond products to the construction 

market. We have experience across many industries 

with a huge portfolio of products suited to all project 

environments. 

 

Part of the Nicholls & Clarke Group, we have the ability 

to offer the complete tiling package through a 

comprehensive range of quality products, so that you 

can benefit from dealing with one source, making it 

easier to co-ordinate project supplies. 

 

N&C Nicobond invented ready mixed tile adhesive in 

1958 and continue to be at the forefront of 

innovation, embracing new technology within the 

industry and better defining our portfolio with products 

that perform, but where quality and functionality are at 

its peak. As inventors, we continue to engage in 

research and development and have spent more than 

55 years developing innovative Nicobond products 

that solve the challenges faced in today’s construction 

industry. 

 

The N&C Nicobond technical team has well over 200 

years of combined experience in the tile adhesive & 

screeding industry. We are able to offer a full technical 

specification service and are available to attend any 

site address throughout the U.K. A technical written 

specification is available on request. 

 

The chemists in our highly equipped laboratories are 

constantly engaged in research and development. 

Investment in the latest laboratory equipment and 

testing facilities allow us to push forward with the 

development of the next new technology or raw 

material that will further enhance product performance 

or handling characteristics. Prior to going to market, 

we undergo rigorous testing of all our products to 

ensure that performance is to a high standard. All 

products are tested to meet the relevant standards 

and regulations. 

 

Nicholls & Clarke are unique in being able to offer 

nationwide, next day delivery, even when you order up 

to 5pm the day before 1 and there is no minimum order 

requirement. N&C Nicobond operates from 18 

branches nationwide so can offer localised delivery, 

or with thousands of product lines in stock, you also 

have the option to collect. 

 

As an ISO14001 company, sustainability is a core part 

of our company agenda. As well as various carbon 

offsetting programmes in place, we invest a great deal 

in manufacturing and developing solutions dedicated 

to reducing our carbon footprint, and in turn increasing 

our customers’ green credentials. 

 

We aim to provide you with an outstanding level of 

customer service that will help to further enhance 

the service you offer to your clients. We monitor our 

performance levels and strive to achieve 100% client 

satisfaction. We believe that open channels of 

communication with our customers, coupled with their 

feedback are a sure way of further improving our 

customers buying experience. 

 

Our three state of the art U.K manufacturing facilities 

comply with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001, utilise the latest 

manufacturing technologies and apply stringent 

quality control checks during every part of the 

manufacturing process. Only the highest quality raw 

materials, product formulations and packaging 

materials are used, ensuring the finished product 

meets our exacting standards, far exceeding those of 

the latest European standards. 

Product Features Key 

Eco 

Friendly 

Walls 

Floors Interior Exterior Non-Slip Flexible 

Water 

Resistant 

Water 

Resistant 

Water 

Resistant 

Insulation 

Stain 

Resistant 

Stain 

Resistant 

Stain 

Resistant 

1 Hour Set 2 Hour Set 3 Hour Set 

Swimming 

Pools 

Water Lock 

Formulation 

Chemical 

Resistant 

Chemical 

Resistant 

Chemical 

Resistant 

Domestic 

Areas 

Commercial 

Areas 

Pumpable 

Screeds 

Food 

Preparation 

Undertile 

Heating 

Fire 

Resistant 

Protein 

Free 

Recycled 

Material

N&C Nicobond products are used in over 70 countries 

throughout the world in some of the most demanding 

commercial situations and climates imaginable. This 

worldwide experience has furthered the development 

of some of the latest technologies we now use in the U.K. 

 

We offer practical training courses at our 120,000 

square foot head office facility. Our team of experts will 

demonstrate and give clients and customers the 

opportunity to get hands on with our range of 

products. For further information please contact our 

Head Office on 020 8586 4600 or email us at 

info@nichollsandclarke.com 

 

 

N&C Nicobond has been heavily involved in the 

creation of British & European Standards for decades. 

We have chaired The Tile Association and their 

Wetroom Technical Committee. We are also part of the 

Contract Flooring Association we continue to push for 

stringent policing of the industry which would stop 

manufacturers falsely claiming specific European 

standards on packaging. Our philosophy has always 

been to drive up quality and standards whilst 

remaining highly competitive. 

 

N&C Nicobond products are manufactured to such 

high and exacting standards enabling us to offer a 

life time warranty on all our adhesives, grouting 


 

All Nicobond products are tried and tested prior to 

being introduced into the marketplace. All Nicobond 

adhesives and grouts achieve classifications that meet 

EN Standards for the optimum product confidence and 

quality. 

T T A 

Contents 

About us 6 - 11 

Wall & Floor Adhesives 12 - 17 

Grouts & Sealants 18 - 19 

Paints & Ancillaries 20 - 21 

Flooring Solutions 22 - 25 

Tile Backer Board 26 - 27 

Backer Board Steamrooms 28 - 29 

Wet Rooms 30 - 41 

Undertile Heating 42 - 44 


Tiling onto sand: cement screed/concrete 

75 

Tiling onto a cracked floor or green screed 

76 

Tiling onto timber floors using a timber 

reinforcing sheet 77 

Large format tiles over in-situ underfloor 

heated floors 78 

Tiling to sand: cement screed with in-situ 

underfloor heating 79 

Tiling onto timber floors with undertile 

heating 80 

Tiling onto sand: cement screed with 

undertile heating 81 

Fixing natural stone to sand cement screed 

or concrete with undertile heating 82 

Fixing glass tiles to sand: cement screed or 

concrete with undertile heating 83 

Tile surface contaminated sand: 

cement screed/concrete or temporary 

installations 84 

Tiling onto calcium sulphate/anhydrite 

screeds in light commercial traffic areas 85 

Tiling onto existing tiles 86 

Fixing thin tiles to walls and floors 87 

Tiling onto plaster and plasterboard 

(dry areas) 88 

Tiling to raised access flooring 89 

Installation of tile backer board to stud 

partition walls 90 

Installation of tile backer board to solid 

walls 91 

Terra Level System 45 - 47 

Professional Tools 48 - 55 

DIY Tools 56 - 57 

Moisture Control 58 - 61 

Product Selector Guide Intro 62 - 63 

Ready Mixed Adhesives 64 - 65 

Powder Adhesives 66 - 69 

Grouts 70 - 71 

Flooring 72 - 73 

Fixing natural stone/slate onto sand: 

cement screed/concrete 92 

Fixing large format tiles onto sand: cement 

screed/concrete 93 

Tiling in food preparation areas where 

chemical resistance is required 94 

Tiling in swimming pools and fountains 95 

Fixing large format tiles to plaster 

and plasterboard (dry areas) 96 

Fixing mesh backed mosaics onto various 

substrates 97 

Tiling using sound reduction system onto 

floor type 1 (concrete base) as per Building 

Regulations 2010 Document E 98 

Tiling onto hard vinyl floor tiles 99 

Tiling onto fibreglass/g.r.p. (glass reinforced 

polyester) internal areas 100 

Tiling onto flooring grade Asphalt 101 

Tiling onto oil based gloss painted 

surfaces 102 

Tiling onto steel substrates 103 

Wet room waterproof tanking for solid walls 

and floors 104 - 105 

Wet room waterproof tanking 

for stud walls and timber floors 106- 107 

Creating a wet zone shower area without 

breaching floor 108 - 109 

Levelling prior to ceramic tiling 110 

Fast track floor refurbishment for floor 

coverings 111 

Reference documents 112 - 116

About us 

Our history & heritage 

leading the way ahead... 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cement consisted of installations using either black 

solvent based adhesive or sand and cement mortar, 

which required highly skilled operators with only 

cement rendered surfaces used as a suitable base. 

Nicobond Tile Cement was pure white, easy to use 

and easy to clean off with water. Furthermore, it 

became apparent that tiling could be carried out 

directly to plaster, cement, and painted surfaces and 

even onto old tiles. This has radically changed the tile 

industry, as manufacturers we were able to reduce the 

thickness of tiles to produce modern tiles that we still 

see today. Pre-soaking of tiles before fixing also 

became a thing of the past. 

Nicobond became a success in a short space of time. 

Sales were being made throughout the UK, Europe 

and Worldwide. Nicobond were producing tile 

adhesive for other leading manufacturers still 

operating even today. 

In the earliest days, it was the experimentation of raw 

materials for paint that formed an important part of the 

evolution of Nicobond Products. 

The sensational discovery of emulsion paint was made 

through experimenting with Polyvinyl Acetate 

Emulsion, a raw material that was new to the paint 

trade by Mr A.E.G. Brown at our former Nicholls & 

Clarke Bow factory. The success of Nicoloid Emulsion 

Paint was staggering and changed the face of interior 

decorating for both the public and trade. 

apparent that an exciting new 

product had been invented as 

attempts to remove the tile 

proved difficult. It had superb 

adhesion in excess of 300lbs 

p.s.i. compared to about 5lbs 

p.s.i for sand and cement. 

Samples were sent to tile 

manufacturers which resulted in exciting reports and 

feedback, that led to the development of the first ready 

mixed tile adhesive paste. 

In an attempt to diversify and make use of the new 

polymer emulsion, Dr Eric Leigh, a former Chemist at 

our Bow Factory experimented with various paste 

formulations. In a moment of inspiration, one of these 

was used to fix a tile to a wall. It very quickly became 

The success was unprecedented and was to be a 

breakthrough in tile fixing, not only in the UK but 

internationally. The product was to be called Nicobond 

Tile Cement, today known as Nicobond Tile Adhesive. 

Tile fixing prior to the introduction of Nicobond Tile

About us 

As time went on, it became evident that a separate 

organisation was needed to cope with the sales, 

marketing and specialist production of this new 

product. The new company, Nicobond (Products) was 

formed to look after the manufacturing, with 

distribution outlets opened in Cardiff in 1966, 

Stoke-on-Trent in 1968 and Glasgow in 1981 trading 

as Nicobond Western, Nicobond Midlands and 

Nicobond Scotland. Niclar exports was set up in 1972 

to cater to the rapidly growing sales internationally. 

Over the many years from the early period until present 

day, Nicholls & Clarke stay true to a philosophy 

engrained in the heart of the company to drive forward 

and adapt to changing trends in the market in order to 

stay relevant. This is achieved by understanding 

customers requirements and solving common 

problems. 

In 2008, N&C introduced a revolutionary solution for 

Building Materials - November, 1958 

fixing tiles and natural stone to timber floors, Nicobond 

Plastic Ply. The 2mm thick, self adhesive reinforcing 

sheet helped to prevent problems of damage to tiles 

and tile joints by avoiding the effects of timber 

shrinkage, warping and rotting. Plastic Ply eliminates 

the need to install thick sheets of marine grade 

plywood (min 15mm) or similar over-boarding 

products in order to achieve an attractive and sound 

tiled floor finish. Easy to use, install and store 

Nicobond Plastic Ply was a huge success from the 

outset. It has been stated that tilers that have 

transferred over to using Nicobond Plastic Ply have not 

reverted back to traditional methods. With year on year 

growth, the success of the product has been 

phenomenal, exceeding expectations. 

In 2011, after identifying that the use of anhydrite/ 

calcium sulphate screeds was increasingly being 

used in modern day construction, Nicobond 

formulated Nicobond Gypfix, a new, innovative, rapid 

setting, white, gypsum based tile adhesive specially 

designed for fixing ceramic, porcelain and natural 

stone tiles directly onto Anhydrite/ Calcium Sulphate 

substrates. 

This high strength adhesive, unlike any other in the 

marketplace, achieves high levels of bond strength on 

a par with traditional C2 category cement based 

adhesives. Priming is not required as there is no risk 

of Ettringite with this product. Nicobond Gypfix is 

highly successful and presents the specifier with a 

viable and practical alternative to cement based 

adhesive systems. 

As well as providing quality solutions with the trade in 

mind, Nicobond produce innovative solutions to 

overcome consumer problems. 

In 2012, Nicobond introduced Starlike, a new genre of 

extreme performance grout that had been developed 

to allow long term UV resistance and a lifetime 

performance guarantee. This new innovation was 

created using patented technology to achieve high 

stain, mould and acid resistance. Under adverse 

conditions of high humidity and wetting, such as 

kitchens, bathrooms and even swimming pools grout 

lines remain as fresh as when first applied. Nicobond 

Starlike has been rigorously tried and tested against 

other leading brands and has demonstrated that 

absolute white grout line can be achieved whilst other 

brands discolour over time. 

2015 saw the introduction of the Nicobond ScreedPro 

range of smoothing compounds which offers the 

specifier and contractor a series of OPC (Ordinary 

Portland Cement) free products with unique super fast 

drying capabilities. Market leading flow 

characteristics, fibre technology and the use of raw 

materials that improve performance whilst having a 

lesser impact on our environment are just a few of the 

benefits offered. 

In 2018, we launched the first single part S2 fibre 

reinforced formulation with high flexibility which can be 

bonded to various surfaces including green screeds. 

Nicholls & Clarke’s philosophy remains intact as new 

and innovative solutions are defined to overcome 

problems in day to day and specialist tiling 

installations by utilising over 100 years of combined 

technical expertise.

About us 

 

All Nicobond adhesives and grouts have been tried and tested for quality assurance and meet the relevant EN Standards Classification to give you the ultimate confidence 

in our products. Our products are manufactured to such high and exacting standards enabling us to offer a life time warranty on all our adhesives, grouting 


Guide to Adhesives and Grouts For Tiles 

European Standards EN 12004 – 1, EN 12004 - 2, EN 13888 

EN12004 

General classification for cement based adhesives categorised as 

Type C. 

Ready mixed or paste adhesives categorised as Dispersion 

adhesives Type D. 

Epoxy resin adhesives categorised as Reaction Resin 

Adhesives Type R. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

EN13888 General classification for cement based grouts Type C class G. 

Reaction Resin Grouts Type R class G. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


The CE mark is a fitness for purpose mark linked to the essential requirements 

listed within the above standard and in essence is a ‘passport’ which allows our 

tile adhesive products to be placed on the market in any EU member state. 

With effect from July 2013 CE marking became mandatory for tile adhesives in 

the UK. In order to be CE marked, tile adhesives must comply with the essential 

requirements of the relevant Harmonised EN Standards set out under the 

Construction Products Regulation (CPR). The relevant performance targets and 

test requirements for CE marking are contained in the European Standard: Annex 

Z of EN 12004. 

Guide to Screed Material and Floor Screeds 

European Standard EN 13813 

EN13813 Classification for Screed material and floor screeds 

Screed Material - Properties and requirements. 

 

 

 

 

Installation notes 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Drilling glass tiles 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Grinding and bevelling tile edges 

After cutting and drilling tiles you must mechanically grind, smooth and bevel all 

cut edges (e.g. by electric hand drill with grinding wheel). Commence with 60- 

grade silicone carbide sandpaper and for a smoother finish use 100-grade 

silicone carbide paper. Keeping the cut edge of the tile wet while sanding will 

provide the best results. If using an electric drill the recommended grinding speed 

is 2000-3000 rpm. Grinding should continue until a factory type finish is achieved. 

This results in reducing the visibility of grouting materials and also minimises the 

risk of the tile cracking. 

Metallic decoration 

A number of decorated tiles now have silver metallic or 18 carat gold fired onto 

the glaze, and being a soft precious metal will not withstand abrasion, therefore 

special care should be taken when grouting and cleaning these tiles. 

Natural stone 

Certain Natural Stones may be extremely porous; therefore the potential for 

efflorescence and general staining may be increased. This is a characteristic of 

these particular Natural Stones and therefore is not caused by the Nicobond 

adhesive and grout systems used. We recommend where pale coloured Natural 

Stones are used that a white adhesive is specified as well as being fixed using 

the solid bed fixing method. All Natural Stones should be sealed using the 

appropriate sealer(s) prior to grouting, following the manufacturers instructions. 

We endeavour to ensure that any advice. recommendation or information given 

in this booklet is accurate and correct. However, we have no control over the 

circumstances in which our products or systems are used. 

It is important that end users satisfy themselves that due deference is given to 

specifications and guidance as detailed in British Standards BS 5385 Parts 1-5. 

The code of practice for fixing wall and ftoor tiles. An assessment must be made 

for the need for and location of movement joints & insert in accordance with the 

appropriate part of BS 5385. Additional information relating to tile fixing to timber 

substrates can be found in The Tile Association 'Tiling to Timber Sheets and 

Board, Timber Substrates and Alternative Products." 

No responsibility can be accepted or any warranty given by ourselves, agents or 

distributors, other than that the products supplied by us will meet our written 

specifications. The end user should at all times ensure that he has consulted our 

latest product and safety information sheets. Setting times for adhesives and 

grouts are given as accurately as possible based on a temperature of 20 0 C and 

50% relative humidity. Extremes of temperature and humidity will influence the 

figures stated. Setting times may be extended if Porcelain bodied tiles are used 

owing to their impervious nature, the use of additives in adhesives and grouts can 

also produce a similar effect.

About us 

 

We have worked in partnership with an extensive list of customers throughout 

the UK and worldwide on some of the most demanding projects imaginable. 

Our first projects were completed over 60 years ago, yet our products 

continue to perform today and will continue to do so for the life of the building 

or project. This pedigree has created ultimate confidence in the N&C 

Nicobond products. 

Today we have N&C products specified by many recognised UK and 

international brands and are also working with many of the UK’s premier 

contractors, who in turn work in partnership with these brands.

About us 

A business dedicated to a sustainable future 

The environment matters. N&C Nicobond are committed to a continuous programme of improvement in this important 

area of business. We have an environmental committee which meets regularly to access our 

performance and levels of progress. We train all our people to be environmentally aware in the workplace as we 

can all make a difference on a daily basis. 

Together, we will promote the best use of environmental 

practice and more particularly Nicholls & Clarke will:- 

• Continuously improve environmental performance 

• Reduce consumption of resources 

• Measure and take action to reduce the carbon footprint of 

business activities 

• Ensure environmental criteria are taken into account in the 

procurement of goods and services 

• Encourage staff involvement in environmental issues 

• Expect similar environmental standards from all business 

partners 

• Meet or exceed all environmental legislation that relates to the 

business 

As manufacturers and distributors, Nicholls & Clarke has made 

a corporate commitment to improving its environmental 

performance through an Environmental Policy. This will provide 

the framework for all our work, whether it is in relation to energy 

efficiency, sustainable waste management or sustainable 

transport. A committee (Environmental Committee) will implement 

this policy by developing programmes of work that constitute an 

Environmental Management System. 

The Environmental Committee will monitor the effectiveness of its 

policies and actions. 

To meet these commitments Nicholls & 

Clarke will:- 

• Set and monitor strategic objectives and targets for managing 


• Communicate internally and externally this commitment and 


• Work together with staff and business partners to promote 

improved environmental performance 

• Review the environmental policy regularly 

International Standards – Achieving ISO14001 

With the growing demand for products to be sourced from more eco-friendly production, a high volume of carbon dioxide 

emissions have been considerably reduced, as a result of the new procedures in place to effectively tackle climate change 

and the negative effects on the environment, continually advocating the prudent use of natural resources. These processes 

have lead to the accreditation of ISO 14001, the international standard for environmental management systems (EMS). This 

achievement ensures that our customers are benefiting by proving the products are sourced from an ISO 14001 company. 

“Through controlling our CO2 emissions, our customers benefit by sourcing their products from a responsible manufacturer. We have recognised 

the importance of the environment on future generations and proactively work towards reducing the environmental impact within our 

manufacturing processes. 

Stephen Forbes, Deputy Chairman, Nicholls & Clarke.

About us 

Carbon Footprint 

 

 

 

Product Development 

Our Chemists consider the impact a new product will have on the 

environment. We work hard to develop low impact formulations 

that still give the specifier, professional tiling or screeding 

contractor the performance and handling characteristics they require. 

Raw Materials 

The vast majority of our raw materials are sourced locally to our 

factory in Stoke-on-Trent. We evaluate each raw material 

supplier’s credentials and ensure that we select low carbon 

partners. 

Low Carbon Manufacturing 

We continue to invest in the latest low carbon manufacturing 

equipment. We make use of grey water technology, solar panels 

& low energy lighting systems. All our products have low VOC’s. 

Energy Saving 

Our aim is to keep our energy consumption to a minimum and 

to use the greenest sources wherever possible. 

Packaging 

Wherever possible we make use of packaging with a recycled 

content. Certain products like ‘Ecoflex’ use unbleached 

naturally coloured packaging. 

Logistics 

We own and operate a private fleet of low carbon commercial 

vehicles. Our transport managers hold a ‘Certificate of Professional 

Competence’ and ensure that we use our fleet efficiently using 

efficient routing and maximising vehicle capacity. 

Social Responsibility 

We believe that a sustainable and responsible business will 

ultimately become a more successful one. We respect the local 

communities we operate in and work closely with them ensuring 

we minimise our impact on them. We support a national charity 

that works in the local communities to our branches providing 

disadvantaged children with vital equipment. 

Recycling 

Pallets are repaired and reused internally to reduce our 

consumption of wood. Pallets beyond repair are sent to be 

recycled rather than being land filled. We also recycle plastic, 

paper and cardboard. 

Waste Reduction 

The latest manufacturing techniques and the use of grey 

water technologies have reduced the amount of waste our 

manufacturing facilities create. 

Carbon Offsetting 

N&C Nicobond supports a carbon offsetting program designed 

to benefit the environment through delivering reliable emission 

reductions through products such as Ecoflex adhesive.

Wall Tile Adhesive 


 

 

 

 

 

 

D2 TE 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Resistant 


 

D2 TE 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Resistant 


 

 

 

 

 

D1 TE 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Walls Interior Non - Slip 


 

 

 

 

D1 TE 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Walls Interior Non-Slip

Nicobond Rapidflex Fibre S2 Adhesive 


C2F S2 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Heating 

 

 

Water 

Resistant 

Swimming 

Pools 

Nicobond Rapidflex S1 Adhesive 

 

C2FT S1 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Heating 

 

Water 

Resistant 


Pools 

Nicobond Large Format Flex S1 Adhesive 

 

C2F S1 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Heating 

3 Hour Set Water 

Resistant


Nicobond Flexible Fibre S1 Adhesive 

C2TE S1 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Heating 

 

 

Water 

Resistant 

12 - 18 

Hour Set 

Swimming 

Pools 

Nicobond Quickflex S1 Adhesive 

 

C2FT S1 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Walls Floors Interior Exterior Non-slip Water 

Resistant 

Swimming 

Pools 

Nicobond Standard Set Flex S1 Adhesive 

 

C2TE S1 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Heating 

 

Water 

Resistant 

18 - 24 

Hour Set 

Swimming 

Pools

Nicobond Ecoflex S1 Adhesive 


C2FT S1 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Heating 

 

 

Water 

Resistant 


Pools 

Eco 

Friendly 

Recycle 

Materials 

Nicobond Gypfix Adhesive 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Heating 

4 Hour Set 

Nicobond Rapid Tile & Stone Adhesive 

 

C2F 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Heating 

Water 

Resistant 

2 - 3 Hour 

Set 

Swimming 

Pools


Nicobond Xtra Tile & Stone Adhesive 

 

C2TE 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wall Floors Interior Exterior Flexible Undertile 

Heating 

Water 

Resistant 

 

12 - 24 

Hour Set 

Swimming 

Pools 

Nicobond Quickflex Adhesive 

 

C2FT 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Heating 

Water 

Resistant 


Pools 

Nicobond Standard Set Flex Adhesive 

 

C2 TE 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Heating 

Swimming 

Pools 

Water 

Resistant


Nicobond Quickfix Adhesive 

 

C1 FT 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Walls Floors Interior Exterior Non-Slip Water 

Resistant 

3 Hour Set 

Nicobond Nico-lastic Tile Adhesive 

 

R2T 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Heating 

Flexible 

Water 

Resistant 

Swimming 

Pools 

Chemical 

Resistant


Nicobond Flexible Grout Plus 

 

CG2 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Black 

Silver Grey 

Cream 

Slate Grey 

White 

Limestone 


Resistant 

Stain 

Resistant 

Mid Grey 

Jasmine 

Light Coffee 

Swimming 

Pools 

Undertile 

Heating 

Hygienic 


 

CG1 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Resistant 

Swimming 

Pools 

White Limestone Ivory Beige Grey Charcoal 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Black Silver Grey White Clear Jasmine Limestone Light 

Coffee 

Walls Floors Interior Exterior Flexible 

Water 

Resistant



RG R2T 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Heating 

Water 

Resistant 

Swimming 

Pools 

Black 

Mid Grey 

White 

Cream 

Slate Grey 

Silver Grey 

Stain 

Resistant 

Chemical 

Resistant 

Food 

Preparation 

Jasmine 

Limestone 

Light Coffee 


 

 

 

Black 

Starlike 

Sparkle Galaxy 

Starlike 

Sparkle Gold 

Starlike 

Sparkle Silver 

Slate Grey 

 

Mid Grey 

 

Silver Grey 

 

White 

 

Jasmine 

Cream 

Limestone 


Heating 

Water 

Resistant 

Swimming 

Pools 

Light Coffee 

Nicobond Starlike Resin Cleaner 

 

 

 

Nicobond Starlike Resin Remover Pro

Paints 

Synergy 

We have collaborated with leaders in paint, Dulux, who have 

engaged in colour trend forecasting for over 15 years. Alongside 

our design and product team at N&C, we have together worked 

to produce a strong pallette of colours that perfectly 

complements the Synergy Series, yet adheres to future 

consumer and commercial tastes in the interiors world. 

Vinyl Matt - available in 1 litre, 2.5 litre and 5 litre 

High opacity emulsion in a great finish for everyday use. Suitable for all 

normal interior wall and ceiling surfaces. 

Diamond Matt - available in 5litre 

Diamond Matt offers unrivalled durability in a classic matt finish. 

Innovative stain repellent technology protects walls from scuffs and 

stains, keeping busy spaces looking god for longer. 

Diamond Eggshell - available in 5 litre 

Diamond Eggshell offers fantastic durability with stain repellent 

technology. Offering a mid sheen finish Diamond Eggshell is especially 

useful in spaces with high moisture such as kitchens and bathrooms 

Synergy A 

Heart Wood 

Synergy B 

Fallen Burr 

Synergy C 

Paper Chain 

Synergy D Roasted Bracken 4 

Synergy E Salisbury Stones 5 

Synergy F 

Synergy G Ice Storm 3 

Synergy H Night Jewels 5 

Synergy I Grey Steel 4 

Synergy J 

Synergy K Ice Storm 2 

Synergy L 

Synergy M Synergy N Synergy O

Ancillaries 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Resistant 

Stain 

Resistant 

Swimming 

Pools 

Nicobond Render Improver 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Resistant 

Swimming 

Pools 

Nicobond Universal Bonding Agent and Sealer (UBAS) 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Walls Floors Interior Flexible



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Resistant 

Swimming 

Pools 

Nicobond ScreedPro Rapid Repair Mortar 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Walls Floors Interior Exterior 10 mins Water 

Resistant 

1 Hour Set 

Nicobond ScreedPro Latex 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Floors Interior 1 - 2 hours 

Foot Traffic 

Protein 

Free 

Undertile 

Heating 

20 - 30 

mins 

 

 

Lifetime 

Guarantee


ScreedPro All Purpose 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Floors Interior Flexible 30 mins Protein Undertile 


 

 

10 mins OPC Free Water Lock Lifetime 

Formulation Guarantee 

Nicobond ScreedPro Level Floor 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Floors Interior Pumpable 2 hours Protein Undertile 


 

 

20 - 30 

mins 

Lifetime 

Guarantee 

Nicobond ScreedPro Cement Mix 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Floors Interior Exterior 

2 hours 

Foot Traffic 

Undertile 

Heating 

45 mins 

 

Lifetime 

Guarantee



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Heating 

Water 

Resistant 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Heating 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Resistant


Nicobond PlasticPly TM 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Plastic Ply 

Self Adhesive 

Grout Tile Adhesive Tile Timber 

Floor 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Floors Interior Flexible Undertile 

Heating 

Recycled 

Water 

Resistant 

Nicobond Acoustic Matting 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Heating 

Recycled Insulation Fire 

Resistant 

Nicobond Standard and Fire Retardant Protection Board 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Resistant 

Fire 

Resistant


Nicobond Tile Backer Board and Construction Panel 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Resistant 

Water 

Resistant 

Eco 

Friendly 

Insulation 

Undertile 

Heating 

 

 

 

Nicobond Pre-Cut Panels 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Resistant 

Insulation 

Undertile 

Heating 

 

 

Water 

Resistant 

Eco 

Friendly 

 

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Walls 

Floors


Nicobond Pipe Covers 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Walls Floors Interior Insulation Water 

Resistant 

Eco 

Friendly 

Fire 

Resistant 

Nicobond PU Pro - Polyurethane Adhesive 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Resistant 

 

Nicobond Mechanical Fixing Systems 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Walls Floors Interior

tile backer board 



Nicobond Backer Board Loungers are 

manufactured using a high density polystyrene 

foam that is robust, has high compression 

strength of 300kPa at 10%.The highly polymer 

modified cementitious reinforced surface is 

perfect for tiling directly onto. 

Interior Exterior Fire 

Resistant 

Insulation 

Water 

Resistant 

Eco 

Friendly 

Swimming 

Pools 

Undertile 

Heating


Nicobond Backer Board Steam Room 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nicobond Backer Board Loungers 

 

 

 

 

Tiles 

Tile Adhesive 

Cementitous Hard Coat 




Cementitous Adhesive 

Rigid Foam Core 

 

Nicobond Backer Board Showers

Wet Rooms 

Specialist Manufacturer’s of the 

Complete Wet Room System 

 

 

 

 

Installation on to Wooden Floor 

Installation on to Concrete Floor

Wet Rooms 

N&C Premier Infinity Shower Deck 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

155mm 

With threaded waste outlet 

38mm 

Slideable waste, up to 

155mm, to avoid joists 

Invisible drainage system 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Resistant 

Recycled 

N&C Premier Infinity Trap System

Wet Rooms 

N&C Premier Infinity Tileable Insert Grating 

50mm 

50mm 

850mm 

1150mm 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

N&C Premier Infinity Tileable Grate 

50mm 

50mm 

850mm 

1150mm 

 

 

 

 

N&C Premier Infinity Inclined Shower Profile 

11 

1 

24 

1 

11 

22.4 

11 

1 

24 

1 

11 

22.4 

Front View 

Front View 

11 

11 

Right hand illustrated 

24 

24 

 

 

1 

 

 

 

 

11 

1 

24 

1 

11 

22.4 

11 

1 

24 

1 

11 

22.4 

Front View 

Front View 

11 

11 

24 

24 

1 

 

 

 

 

12.5 

1 

25.5 

1 

12.5 

22.4 

12.5 

1 

25.5 

1 

12.5 

22.4 

Front View 

Front View 

25.5 

12.5 

5.5 

12.5 

1

Wet Rooms 

N&C Premier Shower Deck 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Resistant 

Recycled 

Phleximax Tile Shower Drain Assembly 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

P6882550 

Satin 


P6882551 

Polished 


P6882552 

Oil Rubbed 

Bronze 

N&C Phleximax 50 Two Part

Wet Rooms 

N&C Premier Linear Shower Deck 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Resistant 

Recycled 

N&C Phlexiline Living Linear Drainage 

 

 

 

Drop 

 

 

Bottom Outlet Flow rate 72 litre per minute 

Twist 

 

 

 

Tile Insert 

Side Outlet Flow rate 60 litre per minute Low Mini Outlet Flow rate 30 litre per minute Side, Side Outlet Flow rate 60 litre per minute

Wet Rooms 

Nicobond Wet Room Waterproofing Membrane 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Resistant 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Walls 

Resistant 

N&C Wet Zone 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Resistant 

Recycled

Nicobond Wet Room Waterproof Tape 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wet Rooms 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Resistant 

Nicobond Wet Room Waterproof Internal and External Corners 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Resistant 

Nicobond Wet Room Waterproof Pipe Collars 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Resistant 

 

 

 

 

 

Nicobond Wet Room 10m² Self Adhesive Tanking Kit 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Resistant

wet rooms 

Wet Room Screens 

Our N&C range of wet room screens brings 

together innovation, style and functionality. The 

easy to install panels are available in a vast 

range of sizes to suit any bathroom size and 

shape. Our screens are produced with high 

quality 6-8mm toughened safety glass with 

minimalist fittings and fixings. 

Customers can choose from a selection of 

options that enhances any showering space by 

enabling freedom of movement, unhindered by 

traditional enclosure frames. Our screens can 

be installed onto a wet room floor or directly onto 

a shower tray.

Wet Rooms 

Finesse Two 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Finesse Two Reflex 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Creative

Wet Rooms 

Transform 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Freespace Two 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fluidity

Wet Rooms 

Enhance 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Silhouette 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Total Wet Room 

Collection 

N&C are quality manufacturers of the complete wet 

room system, specialising in the production of high 

quality, robust products that together create a 

watertight, proven system for domestic and commercial 

environments. 

Using the latest manufacturing techniques, cutting edge 

design, the highest quality raw materials, we are proud 

to have a comprehensive wet room collection with 

housebuilders in mind. 

Order your NEW Wet Room Collection catalogue now! 

or download it @ www.nichollsandclarke.com/downloads



Our Nicobond undertile heating system 

provides luxurious heated floors, whilst being 

safe in the knowledge that there are no 

additional maintenance costs to consider. 

Our system is independently approved by 

BEAB to the very latest standards and tests. 

Radiator Heating 


24º 

22º 

18º 

21º 

22º 

24º 

Traditional radiator room heating results in: 

 

 

 

 

 

 

With Nicobond Undertile Heating:



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nicobond Underfloor Heating Cable (6mm)


Nicobond Touchscreen Thermostat 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

White 

N2552110 

Nicobond Touchscreen Thermostat Conversion Kits 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Black Glass 

N2552109 

White Glass 

N2552108 

Brushed Aluminium 

N2552112 

Chrome 

N2552111 

Nicobond Digital Thermostat 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

White 

N2552124 

Nicobond Mirror Demisters 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

274 x 265mm N2551700 400 X 450mm N2551702 524 x 520mm N2551704


Nicobond Terra-Level 

Pedestal System 

Nicobond Terra-Level offers an innovative 

solution for the stable, high-quality and longterm 

laying of elevated floors using 2cm 

porcelain tiles. This is the ideal system for 

patios, balconies and other exterior living 

spaces – lightweight, easy to install and cost 

effective.


The Benefits of The 

Nicobond Terra-Level System 


 

 

Easy installation 

 

 


 

 


 

 

 

Exceptional drainage 

 

 

Permanent ventilation 

 

 

Services management 

 

 

 

Special construction 

 

 

Nicobond Terra Level 1cm Stackable Tile Support TL1 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Nicobond Terra Level 3cm Stackable Block TL2 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Edge solution at 5cm


Nicobond Terra Level 1mm Stackable Adjusting Shim TL3 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nicobond Terra Level 6-13cm Stackable Adjustable Tile Support TL4 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6 - 13cm 

Nicobond Terra Level 14/ 103cm Coupling Tile Support TL5 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

14 - 103cm 

Nicobond Terra Level 100cm Coupling Tube TL6


Professional and DIY Tools 

Optimum results are essential as they reflect on 

the professional reputation of the trade. With this 

in mind, Nicobond offer a quality range of tools 

and accessories that deliver the quality finish 

you demand every day.


Nicobond Gauging Trowel 

 

 

 

Nicobond Round Notched Trowel 

 

 

 


 

 

 


 

 

 


 

 

 


 

 

 

Nicobond Large Format Floor Tile Trowel 

 

 

 

Nicobond Grout Rake 

 

 

 

 

 

Nicobond Sealant Remover 

 

 

 

Nicobond Bucket Trowel 

 

 

 

Nicobond Screed Trowel 

 

 

Nicobond V Notched Trowel 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nicobond 600mm Pro Cutter


Nicobond Softgrip Float 

 

 

Nicobond Grout Float 

 

 

 

 

Nicobond Epory Grout Float 

 

 

 

Nicobond Washboy 

 

 

Nicobond Softgrip Float with Hydro 

Sponge 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nicobond Cleaning Pads 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nicobond Hydro Sponges 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nicobond Guide & Cooling System 

 

 

 

Nicobond Diamond Hole Saws


Nicobond Professional Tile Nipper 

 

 

 

 

Nicobond Trim Mitre Cutter 

 

 

 

Nicobond Tile Nipper 

 

 

Nicobond Rodsaw 

 

 

 

 

Nicobond Tile File 

 

 

 

Nicobond Tile Scriber 

 

 

 

Nicobond Mixing Paddle 

 

 

 

Nicobond Tile Remover/Scraper 

 

 

 

Nicobond Long Handle Floor Scraper 

 

 

Nicobond Diamond Hand Pads 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nicobond Heavy Duty Builders Bucket 

 

 

Nicobond Knee Pads


Nicobond Rubber Mallet 

 

 

Nicobond Flexible Bucket 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nicobond Skeleton Gun 

 

 

Nicobond Tile Magnets 

 

 

Nicobond Tape Measure 

 

 

Nicobond Sealant Finisher 

 

Nicobond Trianglaur Ceramic Drill Bit 

 

 

Nicobond Cartridge Nozzle Stop 

 

 

Nicobond Tile Markers 

 

 

Nicobond Trim Mitre Block 

 

 

 

Nicobond 120mm Dia. Aluminium Suction 

Cup SWL 40kg 

 

 

Nicobond Twin Aluminium Suction Cup 

SWL 80kg


Peg Type Tile Spacers 

 

Plastic Wedges 

 

T type Tile Spacers 

 

Cross Type Tile Spacers 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nicobond Stick-it 380ml 

 

 

Nicobond Fill-it 380ml 

 

 

Nicobond MS Pro 290ml 

 

 

 

 

Nicobond Heavy Duty Work Wipes x100 

 

 

Nicobond Carpet Protector 

 

Nicobond Hard Floor Protector 

 

Nicobond Dust Sheet


Professional Levelling System 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mosaic Wall Spacers 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nicobond Mosaic Backing Mesh

Professional Sealers & Cleaners 


1ltr 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nicobond Grout and Cement Remover 

1ltr 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nicobond Colour Intensifier and Sealer 

1ltr 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nicobond Stain and Wax Remover 

1ltr 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nicobond Tile and Stone Polish 

1ltr 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


1ltr 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nicobond Solvent Based Sealer 

1ltr 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nicobond Temporary Protection Sealer 

2.5ltr 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nicobond Sealers & Cleaners - Cleaning, Protection & Maintenance 

SLATE 





Remover 


Remover 


Remover 

PROTECTION 

NATURAL LOOK 


PROTECTION 






POLISHED NATURAL PRODUCTS Tile Cleaner Solvent Based Sealer Colour Intensifier & Sealer Tile Cleaner Tile Cleaner 

HONED APPLESTONE Tile Cleaner Water Based Sealer Colour Intensifier & Sealer Tile Cleaner Stain & Wax Remover 

LIMESTONE Tile Cleaner Water Based Sealer Colour Intensifier & Sealer Tile Cleaner Stain & Wax Remover 

GRANITE Tile Cleaner Solvent Based Sealer Colour Intensifier & Sealer Tile Cleaner Tile Cleaner 


POLISHED/UNGLAZED PORCELAIN 

Remover 

Solvent Based Sealer unrequired Tile Cleaner Stain & Wax Remover 



Remover 

unrequired unrequired Tile Cleaner Stain & Wax Remover 

GROUT Grout Protector unrequired Tile Cleaner 

Grout Cleaner 

or Mould Remover

DIY Tools 

Nicobond DIY Grout Float 

 

 

Nicobond DIY Squeegee 

 

 

Nicobond DIY Combination Spreader 

 

 


 

 

 


 

 

 

Nicobond DIY Sponge 

 

 

Nicobond DIY Washboy 

 

 

 

Nicobond Floor & 

Wall Tile Cleaner 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nicobond Floor & Wall Tile 

Cleaner EXTRA 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



EXTRA

DIY Sealers & Cleaners 

Nicobond Stain & 

Wax Remover 

EXTRA 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nicobond Tile & 

Stone Polish 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Cleaner 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nicobond Mould 

Remover 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Protector 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Protector 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nicobond Colour 

Enhancer and 

Sealer 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Invisible Sealer 

for Unpolished 

Natural Product 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


for Polished Natural Product 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


for Polished Porcelain 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nicobond Sealers & Cleaners Product Selector - Cleaning, Protection & Maintenance 

SLATE 



POLISHED NATURAL PRODUCTS 

HONED APPLESTONE 

LIMESTONE 

GRANITE 

POLISHED PORCELAIN 




Extra 


Extra 


Extra 






Extra 


Extra 

NATURAL LOOK 

PROTECTION 
















Polished Porcelain 

unrequired 

PROTECTION 
















unrequired 

unrequired 

GROUT Grout Protector unrequired 

CERAMIC 


Extra 

unrequired 

unrequired 


































Grout Cleaner 



EXTRA / 

Stain Remover EXTRA


Sub-Floor Preparation 

and Moisture Control 

It is paramount that the sub-floor is in the 

appropriate condition prior to the installation of 

the smoothing underlayment and subsequently, 

the floor covering. The success of the 

installation may be reliant on the preparation of 

the sub-floor so is a vital part of the flooring 

system. 

We offer a broad range of high quality sub-floor 

preparation solutions and equipment for this 

purpose.


Sub-floor Moisture Control 

A key aspect of sub-floor preparation, our 

non-destructive moisture testing equipment allows 

you to determine accurately the moisture levels of 

your screed or concrete floor. British Standards 

BS8201, BS8203, BS5325 (see page 8 for full list) 

states that the floor must be sufficiently dry to allow 

for installation of a resilient floor covering 

Moisture Meters 

Our Nicobond Moisture Meters are easy to 

use and can readily determine the areas 

with greatest percentage of moisture within 

a subfloor or screeding compound. 

Moisture Testing 

Establish the presence of or absence of 

moisture levels in the screeded floor using 

one of our Nicobond Moisture meters. 

Measures moisture 

in wood surfaces 

If moisture is indicated, further investigation 

is required. 

Humidity Testing 

Our Nicobond Digital Hygrometer is an 

insulating box that incorporates a 

hygrometer that accurately measures the 

relative humidity and air temperature. 

To obtain relative humidity readings it is 

recommended to use at least two Digital 

Hygrometers, irrespective of the room size 

in order to accurately access the condition 

of the floor. Switch unit on once entrapped 

air reaches moisture equilibrium. 

Measures moisture in 

concrete / hard floors 


An effective, portable and re-usable digital 

hygrometer which is designed for 

measuring the relative humidity within 

screeds and in particular Anhydrite / Calcium 

Sulphate screeds. 


Refer to the Nicobond Technical Data Sheet 

prior to use. If RH is under 75%, installation 

of the floor covering can commence. 

Floor Treatment (if required) 

If the floor achieves a reading lower than 

75% RH or 0.5% by weight, proceed with 

fitting. 

However, if the reading is above these 

limits, there is still moisture in the sub-floor. 

Apply Nicobond Damp Proof Membrane, 

which is a single coat, water surface damp 

proof membrane and vapour suppressant. 

Hygro-Box/Digital Probe 

DPM One Coat Membrane 

A two part epoxy resin surface DPM and vapour suppressant 

which is supplied in a functional dual chamber container and 

is used to form a barrier to restrict the passage of moisture. 

Nicobond DPM controls residual moisture 

prior to the application of smoothing 

underlayments or floor coverings. 

Seek advice from the manufacturer 

concerning Anhydrite/Calcium Sulphate 

screeds


Moisture Meter Kit 

 

Range scale 1 – wood 1 6.0 to 40.0% 

scale 2 – wood 2 8.0 to 40.0% 

scale 3 – plaster 0.1 to 15.0% 

scale 4 – concrete 0.5 to 12.0% 

scale 5 – linear 0 to 1000 

 

 

 

 

 

Resolution 

Accuracy 

Battery life 

Display 

Dimensions 

Weight 

0.1% or 1 (Linear Scale) 

±1% moisture content 

3 x 1.5 volt AAA – 350 hours 

12mm LCD 

25 x 56 x 128mm 

130 grams 

 

 

General Purpose Probe 

 

 

 

 

Heavy Duty Hammer 

Probe 

 

 

 

 

 

Deep Wall Probe 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Avoiding Installation Failures 

Premature installation 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Use of flooring membranes 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Measurement is key


 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Resistant 

Hygro - Box 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Resistant 

Therma Probe 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Resistant

Product Selector Guide 

Refer to the Nicobond Product Selector on the 

following pages for an abridged overview of 

many of the products featured in this directory. 

The easy to follow Selector identifies key 

features of the products as well as the 

conditions under which they can be used. This 

includes detailed information relating to the wall 

or floor substrate to be tiled and any surface 

preparation which may be required.




Product Nicobond Tile Adhesive Nicobond Ultragrip 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wall Surfaces Conditions Specifications



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nicobond Aquagrip









Product 

 


Rapidflex Fibre S2 

 

 


Rapidflex S1 

 

 


Large Format Flex S1 

 

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wall Surfaces 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

+ P2 + P2 

+ P2 + P2 

+ P1 + P1 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

+ P1 + P1 + P1 

+ P1 + P1 + P1 

+ P2 

+ P2 + P2 

+ P3 

+ P3 + P3 

+ P3 + P3 

 

+ P3 

+ P3 + P3



Flexible Fibre S1 

 

 


Quickflex S1 

 

 


Standard Set Flex S1 

 

 


Ecoflex 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

+ P2 

+ P2 

+ P2 

+ P2 

+ P2 

+ P2 

+ P2 

+ P2 

+ P1 

+ P1 

+ P1 

+ P1 

+ P1 

+ P1 

+ P1 

+ P1 

+ P1 

+ P1 

+ P1 

+ P1 

+ P2 

+ P2 

+ P2 

+ P2 

+ P3 

+ P3 

+ P3 

+ P3 

+ P3 + P3 + P3 

+ P3 

+ P3 

+ P3 

+ P3 

+ P3









Product 

 


Gypfix 

 

 


Rapid Tile & Stone 

 

 



High build standard set 

tile adhesive 

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wall Surfaces 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

+ P2 

+ P2 

+ E 

+ P1 

+ E 

+ E 

+ E 

+ P2 

+ P2 

+ P1 

+ E 

+ E 

+ E 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

+ P1 

+ P1 

+ P2 

+ P3 

+ E 

+ P3 

+ E + P3 

+ P1 

+ P1 

+ P2 

+ E + P3 

+ E + P3 

+ E + P3 

 

+ E + P3 

+ E 

 

 

+ E + P3 

+ E + P3


Standard Set Flex Nicobond Quickflex Nicobond Quickfix Nicobond Nico-lastic 

Standard set 

tile adhesive 

Single part quick set 


Quick set 

tile adhesive 

Standard set epoxy 

polyurethane adhesive 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

+ P2 

+ P2 

+ P2 

+ P2 

+ P1 

+ E 

+ E 

+ E 

+ P2 

+ P1 

+ E 

+ E 

+ E 

+ P2 

+ E 

+ P1 

+ E 

+ E 

+ E 

+ P1 

+ P1 

+ P1 

+ E + P1 

+ E + P1 

+ E + P1 

+ P2 

+ P2 

+ P2 

+ E + P3 

+ E + P3 

+ E + P3 

+ E + P3 

+ E + P3 

+ E 

+ E + P3 

+ E + P3 

+ E 

+ E + P3 

+ E + P3 

+ E 

+ E + P3 

+ E + P3 

+ E + P3

Grouts 



E - Add Nicobond Enhancer 2002 

Product Flexible Grout Plus Tilers Grout 

 

A single part, flexible 

and water resistant polymer 

modified, cement based grout 

Grouting compound for 

ceramic tiles & mosaics 


 

Black, Silver Grey, Cream, 

White, Limestone, Ivory, 

 

Slate Grey, White, Limestone, 

Grey, Charcoal, Beige 

Mid Grey, Jasmine & Lt Coffee 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Recommended Area of Use 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

+ E 

+ E 

+ E 

+ E 

+ E 

+ E 

+ E

Grouts 

Starlike 

Silicone Sealant 

Extreme performance grout add Sparkle to 

create a sensational glitter effect 

 

Black, Slate Grey, Mid Grey, 

Silver Grey, White, Jasmine, Cream, Limestone & Lt Coffee 

 

 

 

 

A ready to use, high modulus, 

acetoxy silicone sealant 

 

Clear, White, Jasmine, Limestone, Light Coffee, Silver Grey & 

Black

Flooring 


P1: Prime with Nicobond Primer diluted 1:4 with water. 

P2: Prime with 2 coats Nicobond Primer applied at right 

angles to each other diluted 1: 3 with water 

P3: Prime with undiluted (Neat) Nicobond Primer 

Product All Purpose Level Floor Latex 

 

Rapid drying, rapid 

setting, 2 part, low odour, 

medium strength, self 

smoothing underlayment. 

An economical fast 

setting,self smoothing 

underlayment, ideal for 

renovation work. 

A conventional, 2 part, 

low odour self smoothing 

underlayment. 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

+ P1 + P1 

+ P1 

 

 

+ P1 + P1 

+ P1 

 

+ P1 + P1 

+ P1 

 

+ P1 + P1 

+ P1 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

+ P2 + P2 

+ P3 + P3 

+ P3 

+ P2 

+ P3 

+ P3 

 

 

 

 

+ P3 

+ P3 

+ P3 

 

+ P1 

 

+ P3 

+ P3 

 

+ P3 

+ P3

Flooring 


+P4 

Apply a slurry bonding coat comprising 

2 parts ScreedPro Cement Mix 

1 part Nicobond Primer 

1 part clean cold water 

Product Cement Mix Cement Mix Cement Mix 

 

Nicobond ScreedPro Cement Mix is a specially formulated cement replacement binder for 

use with graded aggregate to produce rapid setting and ultra rapid drying floors screeds. 

Screeds produced using ScreedPro Cement Mix can be tiled after 3 hours and ready 

to accept a levelling compound prior to installing resilient flooring from 18 hours. 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Floor Surfaces Minimum Thickness


Nicobond are becoming increasingly well 

known in the industry as problem solvers. From 

the earliest days as inventors of Nicobond PVA 

based wall tile cement, Nicobond continues to 

invest in new technologies and tiling systems. In 

this section of our directory we provide 

numerous illustrated solutions covering a wide 

variety of everyday tile installations.


Tiling onto Sand:Cement Screed/Concrete 

4 

3 

2 

1 






setting cement replacement is used the drying time of screed will be greatly reduced. Contact the Technical Team for further information 





Rapidflex 

S2 


Quickflex S1 


Large Format 

Flex S1 




Tilers Grout 





Nicobond Rapid Tile & Stone 



Nicobond Starlike Grout


Tiling onto a Cracked Floor or Green Screed* 

6 

5 

4 

3 

2 

1 



3. Using a 4mm notched trowel, apply a thin layer of a C2 S1 tile adhesive to the surface and lightly comb through. 








* For fast track applications the Nicobond D-Mat 3L can be laid on to the screed as soon as it is sufficiently hard to walk on and then tiled. 

* D-Mat 3L is suitable for application over surface cracks, any structural cracks should be suitably surveyed and repaired accordingly. 

* Nicobond Rapidflex Fibre S2 only recommended for tiling to green screed. 






S2 



S1 


Rapidflex 

S1 







D-Mat 3L 


Nicobond Quickfex S1 






Nicobond Jointing Tape


Tiling onto Timber Floors using a Timber Reinforcing Sheet 

5 

4 

3 

2 

1 



3. To reduce deflection and increase stability, overlay the timber floor with Nicobond PlasticPly TM in a brick like formation. Remove the 





are taken (BS 5385-4). Noggins might be required between joists in order to achieve the required rigidity. The limit of deflection normally 

permitted for domestic timber floors (see BS 5268-2) might be too great to avoid damage to tiling systems. 

* Nicobond Plastic Ply is not a suitable remedy for direct tiling to floating floors, these require additional strengthening through overboading, 

seek technical advice. 






S2 


Rapidflex 

S1 



S1 







PlasticPly TM 








Universal Bonding Agent 

and Sealer


Installation of Large Format Tiles over in-situ Underfloor Heated Floors 



System 

8 

5 

4 

3 

2 

 

1 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fix large format tiles of a minimum thickness of 10mm and typically in sizes 

800mm x 800mm, 900mm x 450mm, 1000mm x 1000mm, 1200mm x 600mm and 1200mm x 1200mm. 


2. Insulation layer and heating system 

3. Ensure the screed is fully cured, flat and clean. 


5. Tiles should be back buttered and solidly bedded into the adhesive layer to ensure there are no voids beneath the tiles. 



8. Intermediate movement joints should be installed to ensure the bay sizes are not greater than 80m², are square or rectangular 

and with the width to length ratio not exceeding 10 to 8. 


* Large Format Agglomerate Tiles may be unsuitable for service conditions. Check with manufacturer before use. 





Large Format 

Flex S1 



S2 



Adhesive S1 




Tilers Grout 


Proffessional Levelling System 










Nicobond Movement Joints


Tiling to Sand: Cement Screed with in-situ Underfloor Heating 

7 

6 

5 

4 

3 

2 

1 


2. Apply a 30mm Insulation layer and cover with polythene slip membrane/damp proof membrane (DPM) 

3. Heating pipes tied to mesh or stapled to insulation at 250mm centres. 

4. Apply a 65mm layer of screed. 

5. If necessary, prime with diluted Nicobond Primer and allow to dry. 

6. Solidly bed tiles into recommended adhesive 3-6mm thick, using slight sliding action. 

7. Fill joints between tiles using recommended grout 

* Screed to be allowed to dry out for minimum of 3 weeks. (In the event that a rapid setting cement replacement is used the drying time of 

screed will be greatly reduced. Refer to the Technical Team for further information) Heat the floor to intended surface temperature and 

maintain for a minimum of 3 days, allow to cool to room temperature before tiling. Allow 28 days after completion before restoring the floor 

to its operating temperature at a rate of 5°C per day. 





Rapidflex 

S1 


Large Format 

Flex S1 



Adhesive S1 











Nicobond Tilers Grout/Enhancer 2002


Tiling onto Timber Floors with Undertile Heating 

7 

6 

5 

4 

3 

2 

1 



3. To reduce deflection and increase stability, overlay the timber floor with Nicobond Plastic Ply in a brick like formation. Remove the 


4. Using the straight edge of a notched trowel, float a layer of recommended adhesive over the Nicobond Plastic Ply to ensure the voids are 

filled in to produce a smooth surface. 

5. Lay out the undertile heating wire or mat and tape into position. 

6. To prevent damage to the wires during the tiling process, it is recommended to encapsulate the wires in a layer of either 

Nicobond ScreedPro Latex or the appropriate tile adhesive. 











S2 



S1 


Rapidflex 

S2 















Nicobond Plastic Ply


Tiling onto Sand:Cement Screed with Undertile Heating 

5 

4 

3 

2 

1 



Adhere the tile backer board directly onto the concrete/sand:cement screed using the recommended adhesive and allow to dry. 


4. Apply a layer of the recommended adhesive to fully encapsalate the wires and cover with a layer of either Nicobond ScreedPro Latex with 

Latex Flex Liquid or the appropriote tile adhesive. 











Rapidflex 

S1 


Large Format 

Flex S1 



S1 














Nicobond Tile Backer Board


Fixing Natural Stone to Sand:Cement Screed/Concrete with Undertile Heating 

7 

6 

5 

4 

3 

2 

1 


2. To provide insulation, use the recommended adhesive and affix a minimum 10mm thick layer of Nicond Tile Backer Board. Tape over the 

joints with Nicobond Jointing Tape. 

3. Lay out the Undertile Heating Wire or Mat and tape into position. 

4. Cover the wires with a layer of the recommended adhesive. 



6. Apply a layer of the recommended adhesive onto the Nicobond D-Mat 3L using the straight edge of the notched trowel, press the 

adhesive into the round cavities to create a solid bed. The adhesive can then be floated over the surface, notched with a trowel and tiles 

placed firmly into position. Tiles can be installed immediately once the initial adhesive set has taken place. 





Recommended Tile Adhesives Recommended Tile Grout Featured Product 


Rapid 

Tile & Stone 


Xtra 

Tile & Stone 


Large Format 

Flex S1 




Tilers Grout 


D-Mat 3L 









Nicobond Undertile Heating


Fixing Glass Tiles to Sand:Cement Screed/Concrete Floors with Undertile Heating 

5 

4 

3 

2 

1 



Adhere the tile backer board directly onto the concrete/sand:cement screed using the recommended adhesive and allowed to dry. 


4. Spread the adhesive over the wires and boards and solidly bed porcelain tiles into recommended adhesive 3-6mm thick. 



setting cement replacement is used the drying time of screed will be greatly reduced. Contact the Technical Team for further information. 


* Note that an Undertile Heating Mat system is also available for professional use. Refer to Nicobond Tiling Products The Directory for 

information. 






S1 



S1 















Tiling onto Surface Contaminated Sand: Cement Screed/Concrete 

or Temporary Installations 

4 

3 

2 

1 



3. Tiling can commence immediately. Press the tiles into the recommended adhesive with a slight sliding or twisting action. 

Large format tiles should be back buttered. 







Rapidflex 

S1 


Large Format Flex 

S1 




Tilers Grout 


Disconnecting Sheet 



Nicobond Rapid Tile & Stone/Enhancer 2002 








Tiling onto Calcium Sulphate/Anhydrite Screeds in Light Commercial Traffic Areas 

6 

5 

4 

3 

2 

1 


2. Apply an Insulation layer and cover with polythene slip membrane/damp proof membrane (DPM) 

3. In-situ underfloor heating system. 

4. Calcium Sulphate/Anhydrite Screed – minimum cover over pipes is 30mm. 

5. Using a digital/hair hygrometer ensure the screed is sufficiently dry and that the surface has been suitably prepared. Refer to the Nicobond 

Gypfix data sheet for full instructions. Apply a layer of Nicobond Gypfix onto the surface and trowel out as usual ensuring solid bedding of 

the tiles. Large format tiles should be back buttered. 


* Calcium Sulfate/Anhydrite Screeds are not suitable for permanently wet areas such as swimming pool surrounds, shower areas or 

commercial kitchens. 

* The screed should be suitably prepared to receive floor tiling. 40mm thick Anhydrite Screed requires typically 40 days drying time. Moisture 

content of Anhydrite Screed should be 0.5% by weight or 75% R.H. It is generally the responsibility of the flooring contractor to mechanically 

abrade the screed to remove laitance, if in doubt this process should be carried out by the tiling contractor, this will ensure removal of laitance 

and any dirt left by other trades. Vacuum dust or other loose material. 




Gypfix 






Alternative System: 



Nicobond D-Mat 3L


Tiling onto Existing Tiles 

1 

3 

5 

4 

3 

2 

1 

1. Thoroughly clean tiles to remove dirt, grease, fats or any other contamination. Nicobond Super Cleaning Crystals are a detergent and 

should be diluted in hot water for this purpose. Ensure existing tiles are firmly bonded to substrate. 

2. Existing unglazed or terrazzo floor tiles may be slurry primed incorporating Nicobond Primer and the recommended adhesive. 

3. Spread the recommended adhesive over the existing tiles and fix new tiles using the notched trowel or solid bed method as appropriate. 

4. Fix new wall tiles with recommended paste or powder based adhesives. Fix floor tiles with the recommended powder based products. 





* Paste adhesive is only suitable for wall tile applications and for use with ceramic bodied tiles. 





Rapidflex 

S1 


Ultragrip 


Aquagrip 














Fixing Thin Tiles to Walls and Floors 



System 

6 

4 

3 

2 

1 

1. Ensure the sand:cement screed or concrete is fully cured, flat and clean. For tile on tile installation see page opposite. 




5. The Nicobond Professional Levelling System should be used to ensure floor tiles are flat and level. 


* Allow at least 6 weeks for structural concrete floors to cure and a further 3 weeks for subsequently applied screed. In the event that a rapid 





* Some thin tile products are reinforced on the back with a mesh/resin layer. Ensure compatibility and suitability of these tiles before work 

proceeds. 





S2 



Adhesive S1 


Large Format 

Flex S1 




Tilers Grout 












System


Tiling onto Plaster and Plasterboard (Dry Areas) 

1 

2 

3 

4 

5 


2. Prime the surfaces with diluted Nicobond Universal Bonding Agent and Sealer and allow to dry. 



5. Ensure movement joint is inserted into internal corners, PVC type or silicone sealant. 

* New plaster needs to dry for at least 4 weeks. Tiles to be fixed to finish coat only, never the backing coat. When fixing to Plaster board 

ensure the boards are rigidly braced and adequately supported, fix directly to the paper face, do not skim with plaster. Weight of tiling not to 

exceed 32kg/m² on plasterboard and 20kg/m² onto gypsum plaster. 





Tile Adhesive 


Ultragrip 




Tilers Grout 



Agent and Sealer 






Nicobond Starlike


Tiling to Raised Access Flooring 

7 

6 

5 

4 

3 

2 

1 


2. Adjustable pedestals bonded to the subfloor with a suitable polyurethane or similarly appropriate adhesive. 

3. Heavy grade galvanised steel encapsulated panels usually 600 x 600mm are affixed to the pedestals. Each panel should be drilled and 

screwed down at each corner into the polypropylene head gasket to ensure the floor is sufficiently rigid and stable. 

4. Ensure the raised access panel floor is completely clean and free from any contaminants such as dust or grease before installing the 

Nicobond D-Mat 3L. Apply a layer of Multipurpose flooring adhesive onto the surface in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. 







* If the floor requires additional reinforcement the raised access floor can be overlaid with Nicobond Tile Backer Board screwed down at 

300mm centres. 

* If only a small area of flooring is involved eg: up to 25m sq then Nicobond Plastic Ply may be used instead of D-Mat 3L. 

* Perimeter movement joints should be installed so bay sizes are no greater than 100m sq in accordance with BS 5385 - 3. Any movement 

joints in the raised access flooring system should be carried through the tiling. 






S2 



S1 


Large Format 

Flex S1 







D-Mat 3L 


Niobond Rapidflex S1 






Nicobond Multipurpose 

Flooring Adhesive 



Fixing Nicobond Tile Backer Board to Stud Partition Walls 

1 

2 

3 

Smooth, paintable pipe covers are a 

quick and effective solution for hiding 

away unsightly pipework, simply choose 

the correct cover size and cut to length. 

Run a bead of Nicobond PU Adhesive 

along the 2 leading edges and press 

firmly into position. 

5 

4 

Nicobond Galvanised Screws and Washers 

1. Screw board to stud work using Nicobond Galvanised Screws and Washers, taking care to screw down until the washer bites into the board. 

For boards less than 20mm thick, vertical studs should be set at 300mm centres. For greater thicknesses 400mm centres are suitable. 

2. All board edges must be supported by timber noggins and fixed using approx 12 fixings on a 1200 x 600mm board or 21 fixings on a 

2400mm x 600mm board. Fixings should be set at approx 300 - 400mm centres. 





* Minimum thickness of board for screw fixing is 10mm. 

* Stud centres to be set subject to loading requirements. 





Waterproof 

Tile Adhesive 


Rapidflex 

S1 

















Nicobond Galvanised Screws 

and Washers


Fixing Nicobond Tile Backer Board to Solid Walls 

1 

3 

2. Apply dots of adhesive to the 

reverse side of the board 

(max 300mm centres). 

5 

6 

7 

4. Hammer–In fixings to provide 

a secure installation of the Tile 

Backer Board. 


1. Ensure the wall surface is sound and free from dust and grease. 

2. Using Nicobond Quickfix apply dots of adhesive to the reverse side of the board. A 600 x 2400 x 12.5mm thick board will typically have 

12 dots of mortar up to 30mm thick, ensure outer dots are located at board edges. 

3. Offer up the board vertically to the wall surface and bed firmly into place. Always use a straight edge and level to ensure good alignment. 

4. Once the adhesive has set use the Hammer–In fixings to provide a secure installation of the Tile Backer Board. The fixings to be positioned 

so as to be hammered in through the middle of the dot of adhesive. 





* The dot and dab fixing system is not recommended for use with boards less than 12.5mm thick. For the thinner boards, using a notched trowel 

apply a solid bed of adhesive over the board surface and press firmly into position. 





Waterproof 

Tile Adhesive 


Rapidflex 

S1 















Nicobond Quickfix 



Nicobond Hammer–In fixings


Fixing Natural Stone/Slate onto Sand:Cement Screed/Concrete 

5 

4 

3 

2 

1 



3. It is recommended to use a white cement based adhesive for bonding limestone and other light coloured or translucent natural stones. 

Apply a suitable layer of adhesive, lightly combing the surface using a 10mm Nicobond Notched Trowel and solidly bed the tiles into the 

wet adhesive. Do not use spot or blob fixing method for these tiles as unsightly water marks or “shadowing” may appear on the surface. 

Slate products are varied and can be supplied in cut or cleaved format. Slate may be impervious or relatively porous. If a cut slate of 

European origin is selected, these may be bedded into a polymer modified adhesive using the above technique. Cleaved slate may 

produce material of different thicknesses and it is recommended to bed these in using a pourable, flow bed or high build grade of adhesive. 

4. Natural Stones and Slate may require sealing prior to grouting, follow the manufacturerʼs instructions ensuring the adhesive has fully cured 

prior to sealing the stone surface. In the case of impervious natural stones this period can extend over several weeks. 







Rapid 

Tile & Stone 


Xtra 

Tile & Stone 


Large Format 

Flex S1 




Tilers Grout 










Nicobond Primer


Fixing Large Format Tiles onto Sand:Cement Screed/Concrete 



System 

6 

4 

3 

2 

1 



3. Apply a layer of adhesive from 4mm up to 30mm thick onto the base using the 20mm half round Nicobond Large Format Notched Trowel. 






* It should be noted that a large format tile is a tile with no tile edge greater than 1200mm or a facial area greater then 3600cm 2 




Large Format 

Flex S1 



S2 



Adhesive S1 




Tilers Grout 











System


Tiling in Food Preparation Areas and Where Chemical Resistance is Required 

1 

2 

3 

4 

1. Ensure sand:cement render or gypsum plastered walls, screed or concrete surfaces are all fully cured, flat and clean and suitable for tiling. 

2. If surfaces are porous prime with Nicobond Primer. 

3. Press the tiles into the recommended adhesive with a slight sliding or twisting action. Large format tiles should be back buttered. 


* Allow at least 6 weeks for structural concrete floors to cure and a further 3 weeks for subsequently applied screed. 

* Cement:Sand render should be left for 2 weeks before tiling is applied. 

* In accordance with the United Kingdom regulations and European directives relating to food hygiene only Epoxy based grouts may be used 

in food preparation areas. These are required to be smooth, impervious, chemically resistant, easy to maintain in a sterile condition and do 

not taint food. 

* In projects of a more industrial nature where the tile installation requires a high degree of chemical resistance then the use of epoxy as the 

adhesive is also recommended. 

* Contact between food and tiling should be avoided for at least 7 days. 






Adhesive 


Rapidflex 

S1 



S1 








Nicobond Standard Set Flex S1


Tiling in Swimming Pools and Fountains 

1 

2 

3 

4 

5 

* Note for Concrete pools the pool water 

tightness test should be carried out before the 

application of the render, screed and tile 

finishes. For pools constructed using 

reinforced concrete blocks, the render 

becomes part of the watertight construction 

and needs to be tested for water tightness 

accordingly. 

* For leisure pools with wave action features 

or for pools filled with water of high sulphate 

content the use of epoxy resin grouts is 

recommended. 

* On completion Swimming Pools should 

stand for a period of 3 weeks before pool 

filling commences at the rate of no more than 

750mm every 24 hours. Initial heating of the 

pool water should also be restricted to a rise 

in temperature of 0.25º C per hour. 

1 

1. Pool construction can take various forms but in all cases ensure for example that any release oils or curing agents have been removed 

from concrete substrates and that waterproofed sand:cement render and screed is fully cured, flat, clean and suitable for tiling. 

2. If rendering onto concrete or blockwork the surface should be slurry primed with a bond coat of 1 part water:1 part Nicobond Primer:1 part 

Opc. The render will typically be 1:3 or 1:4 cement:sand and up to a maximum total thickness of 20mm. Integral waterproofing additives to 

be added in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 

3. The layout of tiling must take into account stress relieving joints which must be carried through the tiling, render/screed and be provided in 

accordance with the specification and in line with all day work joints in the concrete. 

4. Press the tiles into the recommended adhesive with a slight sliding or twisting action. Tiles with deep grooves on the reverse should be 

back buttered to ensure solid bedding is achieved. 

5. Fill joints between tiles using the recommended grout allowing 3 days after fixing before commencing grouting. Note a further 3 days 

should elapse before applying sealants to joints. 

*Allow at least 6 weeks for structural concrete floors to cure and further 3 weeks for subsequently applied screed or render. 

* Refer to the TTA publication “Design and Construction Process for Swimming Pools” for further advice and information. 




Rapidflex 

S1 



Adhesive S1 


Quickflex S1 






Nicobond Tilers 

Grout 

and Enhancer 







Fixing Large Format Tiles to Plaster and Plasterboard (Dry Areas) 

1 

2 

3 

4 

5 


Ensure surfaces are dust free and clean. 

2. Prime the surfaces with diluted Nicobond Nicobond Universal Bonding Agent and Sealer and allow to dry. 

3. Apply the recommended adhesive onto the wall. Install tiles ensuring good contact between the tiles and adhesive. For large format tiles of 

60 x 30cm or larger it is advisable to apply the adhesive using the 10mm square Nicobond Notched Trowel. This will enable bedding out of 

the adhesive to accommodate any curvature in the tiles. 


5. Ensure movement joints are inserted into internal corners, PVC type or silicone sealant. 

* New plaster needs to dry for at least 4 weeks. Tiles to be fixed to finish coat only, never the backing coat. When fixing to Plaster board ensure 

the boards are rigidly braced and adequately supported, fix directly to the paper face, do not skim with plaster. Weight of tiling not to exceed 

32kg/m² on plasterboard and 20kg/m² onto gypsum plaster. For details of fixing large format tiles to alternative substrates or in wet areas 

please contact Nicobond Technical Team. 

* It should be noted that a large format tile is a tile with no tile edge greater than 1200mm (nominal) or a facial area greater than 3600cm². 





Ultragrip 


Quickflex S1 



S1 




Tilers Grout 



Agent and sealer 







Nicobond Silicone Sealant


Fixing Mesh Backed Mosaics onto Various Substrates 

1 

2 

3 

4 

5 

6 

1 

1. Ensure the sand:cement screed or concrete is fully cured, flat and clean. If the base is porous, prime with diluted Nicobond Primer in ratio 

4 volumes of water to 1 volume of Nicobond Primer and allow to dry. 

2. Either screw plasterboard to stud frame wall construction at maximum 600mm centres, or gypsum plaster if fixing onto block work. 

3. Overlay plasterboard/gypsum plaster substrate with 12mm Nicobond Tile Backer Board. Use Nicobond Screws and Discs at 400mm 

centres to the substrate. Boards should be cross bonded and screws recessed. 

4. Cover joints between boards with Nicobond Jointing Tape. Seal corners with Nicobond Wet Room Waterproof Tape and Internal Corners. 

5. Apply a layer of adhesive onto the substrate and lightly comb the surface using a Nicobond Notched Trowel. Offer the sheet of mosaic up 

and bed the mesh side into the adhesive layer and smooth the sheet with a flat trowel to ensure good contact between the mesh and the 

adhesive. 

6. Once the adhesive has set firm i.e. the following day, the joints may be grouted using the same Nicobond Mosaic Adhesive and Grout. 

* The backing mesh should not occupy more that 25% of the area of each tessera as this will affect the performance of the Mosaic Adhesive and Grout. In wet 

areas the backing material should be water resistant. * Cement:Sand render should be left for 2 weeks before tiling is applied. (BS 5385 : Part 1) 


Recommended 

Tile Grout 




S2 


Rapidflex 

S1 



S1 



Adhesive 






Tile Back Board 











Fixing tiles using the Nicobond Sound Reduction System onto floor type 1 

(concrete base) as per Building Regulations 2010 Document E 

9 

8 

6 

7 

5 

4 

3 

2 

1 

1. Ceiling of floor level below. 


3. Apply a layer of Nicobond Multi-Purpose Floor Adhesive to concrete base, following the manufacturerʼs instructions. 

4. Lay the Nicobond Acoustic Mat and smooth out with a light roller to remove any air bubbles or voids. 

5. Cover joints between mats with Nicobond Jointing Tape to prevent tile adhesive penetrating to the base which could cause a sound bridge. 

6. Insert acoustic mat strips around the perimeter at wall/floor junctions to isolate the floor covering. 

7. Apply a layer of the recommended adhesive onto the mat and trowel out as usual, ensuring solid bedding of the tiles. 

8. Press tiles into the recommended adhesive with a slight sliding or twisting action. 


*Sound transmission is a complex subject and the Nicobond method needs to be part of a complete building ‘package’ of sound reduction to 

provide ‘adequate’ insulation. *Tiles having sides less than 100mm in length should not be used (see B5385-4) 

Nicobond Acoustic Mat is also suitable for laying under wood, carpet, laminates and vinyl sheet, do not use with vinyl tiles or planks 






S2 



Adhesive S1 


Rapidflex 

S1 







Acoustic Mat 








Nicobond Multi-Purpose Floor 

Adhesive


Tiling onto Hard Vinyl Floor Tiles 

4 

3 

2 

1 

1. Thoroughly clean the hard vinyl tiles using Nicobond Super Cleaning Crystals mixed with hot water. This is to remove any traces of polish, 

grease or other contaminants. Any loose tiles and residues of old adhesive should be removed. Ensure the tiles are firmly bonded 

2. Brush apply a coat of slurry primer onto the surface consisting of 1 volume water, 1 volume Nicobond Primer and 1 volume of the 

recommended Nicobond powder adhesive and allow to set. 



* Do not tile to flexible Vinyl Tiles or Sheet. These should be removed together with any residual adhesive. 




Rapidflex 

S1 


Large Format 

Flex S1 




Tilers Grout 





Nicobond Xtra/Enhancer 2002 




Other Featured Products: 



TIling onto Fibreglass/G.R.P. (Glass Reinforced Polyester) Internal Areas. 

4 

3 

2 

1 

1. Ensure the GRP is structurally sound and does not exhibit any sign of cracking. Thoroughly clean and abrade the surface to provide a 

mechanical key and to remove any loose fibres or other contaminants which may prevent adhesion. 

2. Brush apply a coat of slurry primer to the surface consisting of 1 volume water, 1 volume Nicobond Primer and 1 volume of 




* Ensure newly installed GRP is permitted to cure thoroughly for a period of at least 7 – 10 days at 20ºC before tiling. Not suitable for tiling to 

Acylic shower trays. 






S2 



Sdhesive S1 



and Enhancer 



Adhesive 












Tiling onto Flooring Grade Asphalt 

4 

3 

2 

1 

1. Ensure surface is cleaned thoroughly using a solution of Nicobond Super Cleaning Crystals mixed with hot water. 

2. Brush apply a coat of slurry primer to the surface consisting of 1 volume water 1 volume Nicobond Primer and 1 volume Nicobond 

adhesive powder and allow to set. 



* For internal areas the grade of asphalt should be type F 1076 and suitable for the anticipated loads and conditions. For external areas 

such as balconies or roof terraces , the asphalt should be paving grade. Roofing felt is not a suitable surface to tile directly onto. 






S2 


Rapidflex 

S1 



and Enhancer 2002 








Nicobond Flexible FibreS1 





Tiling onto Oil Based Gloss Painted Surfaces 

1 

2 

3 

1. Thoroughly clean existing paintwork ensuring it is firmly bonded to the substrate. It is advisable to tile to gloss paint only. 

If the surface is suspect, cover with Nicobond Tile Backer Board. 

2. Spread the recommended adhesive over the existing paint and fix new tiles using the notched trowel or solid bed method as appropriate. 


* Ensure the paint is sufficiently sound to bear the weight of new tiling. 

* Tiling to water based paints /distemper is not recommended, these should be removed before tiling commences. 

* Only absorbent ceramic tiles may be used with ready mixed products for tile on tile, if porcelain tiles then use cement based adhesives. 




Waterproof 

Tile Adhesive 


Aquagrip 



Adhesive S1 




Tilers Grout 








Other Feature Product: 



Tiling onto Steel Substrates 

1 

2 

3 

4 

3 

2 

1 

1. The substrate must be braced and rigid to receive tiling. Ensure it is clean, dry and free from dust or any other contamination which will 

reduce adhesion. The steel should be degreased using a solution of Nicobond Super Cleaning Crystals mixed with hot water. 

2. Brush apply a coat of slurry primer to the surface consisting of 1 volume water, 1 volume Nicobond Primer and 1 volume 




* It is not recommended to tile onto Stainless Steel, highly flexibilised epoxy adhesives are required for this function. Galvanised Steel 

should be checked to ensure the galvanised coating is firmly bonded to the base metal. 






S2 


Rapidflex 

S1 



Adhesive S1 



Adhesive 









Nicobond Ecofle S1x 




Wet Room Waterproof Tanking for Solid Construction Walls and Floors 

1 

2 

6 

8 

9 

10 

5 

4 

7 

3 

2 

1 



1. Cement render or gypsum plastered walls and concrete or sand:cement screeded floors. 

2. If surface is porous prime with Nicobond Primer 

3. Insert the Premier Shower Deck into position or lay screed to appropriate fall. Make connections for drainage. 

4. Fit the self adhesive Nicobond Wet Room Waterproof Large Collar to seal the joint between the drain and the Premier Shower Deck. 

5. Start with internal corners, wall and floor junctions, joint between Premier Shower Deck and screed, install the self adhesive 

components, these can be overcoated with Nicobond Wet Room Waterproof Membrane and allow to dry. 

6. Using a medium roller, apply the first coat of membrane to wall and floor. It is not necessary to coat the Premier Shower Deck (only 

around the drain collar) as it is waterproof. Allow to dry. 






*Allow at least 6 weeks for structural concrete floors to cure and further 3 weeks for subsequently applied screed. In the event that a rapid 

setting cement 

replacement is used the drying time of screed will be greatly reduced. Refer to the Technical Team for further information. New plaster 

needs to dry for at least 4 weeks. Tiles to be fixed to finish coat only, never the backing coat. Weight of tiling on gypsum plaster should not 

exceed 20kg/m 2 .


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 













Rapidflex 

s1 



S1 
















System


Wet Room Waterproof Tanking System for Stud Walls and Timber Floors 

1 

2 

9/10 

11 

12 

13 

4 

8 

7 

6 

5 

3 

2 

1 



1. Screw plasterboard to stud frame wall construction at maximum 600mm centres. Ensure surfaces are dust free and clean. 

2. If wall surfaces are porous and for timber floors prime with Nicobond Universal Bonding Agent & Sealer. 

3. Cut out the timber floor for the Premier Shower Deck and make connections for drainage. 

4. Use self adhesive Nicobond Wet Room Waterproof Large Collar to seal joint between the drain and the Premier Shower Deck. 

5. Place the Plastic Ply into position on the floor, removing the backing sheet for self adhesive fixing. 

6. Spread a thin, even layer of tile adhesive over the Plastic Ply to provide a flat surface 

7. Lay the Nicobond Wet Room Waterproof Tanking Sheet. This will waterproof all sections of the timber floor. Use the Nicobond Wet Room 

Waterproof Tape to seal the joints. 

8. Start with internal corners, wall and floor junctions, joint between Premier Shower Deck and Tanking Sheet, install the self adhesive 

components, these can be overcoated with Nicobond Wet Room Waterproof Membrane as described below. 

9. Using a medium roller apply the first coat of Nicobond Wet Room Waterproofing Membrane to wall and floor. It is not necessary to coat the 

Premier Shower Deck (only around the drain collar) as it is waterproof. Allow to dry. 










* The use of sheets and boards that are subject to movement from changes in moisture content e.g. wood-based materials such as plywood, 

chipboard, wood particle boards etc. should be avoided if at all possible.Failure to observe recommendations as to treatment of boards can 

lead to subsequent warping and distortion of the boards with consequent cracking and delamination of the tiling. In situations where tiles 

maybe subject to high pressure water jet ie: from power showers it is recommended to fill joints using Nicobond Starlike Extreme Performance 

Grout .


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 













Rapidflex 

S1 



S1 

















System 

Nicobond UBAS


Creating a Wet Zone Shower Area without Breaching the Floor 

1 

2 

6 

7 

8 

9 

5 

4 

3 

1 



1. Screw plasterboard to stud frame wall construction at maximum 600mm centres. Ensure the sand:cement screed or concrete is fully 

cured, flat and clean. 

2. If wall or floor surfaces are porous prime with Nicobond UBAS or Nicobond Primer and allow to dry. 

3. Prepare the Wet Zone by placing the Wet Zone Base into position. Locate the positioning for the waste pipe and cut out accordingly. 

Attend to connections from the waste pipe to the Phleximax drain. 

4. Spread a thin even layer of recommended adhesive over the surface and bed the Premier Shower Deck onto this. Use a spirit level to 

make sure all the levels are correct. 

5. To ensure the Wet Zone is water tight, treat with Nicobond Wet Room Waterproofing Membrane and tanking system components, start 

with internal corners, wall and floor junctions, pipe collars around water inlet connection and the Phleximax, install the self adhesive 

components, these can be overcoated with Nicobond Wet Room Waterproof Membrane and press the above components into position 

and allow to dry. 

6. Using a medium roller apply the first coat of Nicobond Wet Room Waterproof Membrane to wall. It is not necessary to coat the Premier 

Shower Deck (only around the drain collar) as it is waterproof. Allow to dry. (If desired the remaining floor area can also be tanked 

following procedures in the previous pages.) Apply the second coat of membrane over walls and Wet room components to ensure a 

good seal is achieved. The optimum thickness of the membrane to be minimum 0.6mm for the two coats. Allow to dry for at least 2 hours 

before commencing tiling. 

7. Press the tiles into the recommended adhesive with slight sliding or twisting action. Tiles may be fixed directly to the edge detail of the 

Wet Zone Base and the Premier Shower Deck. 



10 To complete the Wet Zone select a shower screen from the N&C Range.



Wet Zone Base 

105mm thick 












S2 


Rapidflex 

S1 











Nicobond uickflex S1 






System


Levelling prior to ceramic tiling 

5 

4 

3 

2 

1 

1. Ensure the concrete base or Cement screed has fully cured and is clean, sound and dry. 

2. If the sub-floor is porous, prime with diluted Nicobond Primer in the ratio of 4 volumes of water to 1 volume of 

Nicobond Primer and allow to dry. 

3. Apply ScreedPro Level Floor up to 50mm thick in one application according to the instructions. 

4. Solidly bed tiles into suitable adhesive 3-6mm deep using slight sliding action. Allow to dry to recommended time. 




Alternative Screeds 


ScreedPro 

Level Floor 

ScreedPro 

Cement Mix 

ScreedPro 

Latex 


Primer 




S2 



Adhesive S1 


Rapidflex 

S1 


Large Format 

Flex S1 


Carbon Neutral 

Adhesive


Fast Track Floor Refurbishment for floor coverings 

5 

4 

3 

2 

1 

1. Remove existing hard vinyl floor tiles from the sub-floor. Ensure the base is sound and dry. 

2. Remove as much of the residual flooring adhesive as possible and ensure remaining residues are hard and not water softenable. 

3. Apply the ScreedPro All Purpose up to a maximum of 6mm thick on residues according to the instructions and allow to dry. 

4. Apply a layer of the recommended adhesive and press tiles with a slight sliding or twisting action. 




ScreedPro 

All Purpose 





S2 


Rapidflex 

S1 


Large Format 

Flex S1 




Tilers Grout 



Performance Grout


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Gypsum / Calcium Sulphate / Anhydrite based Screeds


As a general guide the following should be noted and acted upon accordingly. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

Product Enhancer 2002 Water 

Nicobond Rapid Tile & Stone 2.0 ltrs 2.6 ltrs 

Nicobond Xtra Tile & Stone 3.0 ltrs 3.0 ltrs 

Nicobond Quickflex 2.5 ltrs 2.5 ltrs 

Nicobond Standard Set Flex 2.0 ltrs 3.0 ltrs 

Nicobond Quickfix 1.4 ltrs 3.0 ltrs 

Nicobond Tilers Grout Grey 1.0 ltrs 3.0 ltrs 

Nicobond Tilers Grout White 1.4 ltrs 5.6 ltrs


Adhesive Application Techniques 

Thin Bed Ceramic Wall Tile Adhesives 

 

 

 

 

Solid Bed Ceramic Wall Tile Adhesives 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Solid Bed Ceramic Floor Tile Adhesives 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bonding Of The Tiles 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mosaics 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Large Size Floor Ceramics 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Grouting Notes 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Coloured Grouting


Discolouration In Tile Grouts 

 

 

 

 

 

Common causes of grout discolouration 

Darker colour 

 

 

 

 

 

Lighter Colour 

 

 

 

 

 

White Grout turning Yellow? 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Epoxy Grout 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Calculating Grout Requirements 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Coverage Guide 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Shelf Life 

 

 

 

Storage 

 

 

 

Material Safety Data Sheets 

 

 

 

Manufacturer’s Warranty


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

With effect from July 2013 CE marking became mandatory for tile adhesives in the UK. In order to be CE marked, tile adhesives must comply with the essential 

requirements of the relevant Harmonised EN Standards set out under the Construction Products Regulation (CPR). 

The CE mark is a fitness for purpose mark linked to the essential requirements listed within the above standard and in essence is a ‘passport’ which allows 

our tile adhesive products to be placed on the market in any EU member state. To determine the quality of tile adhesives requires reference to all parts of the 

standard, whereas CE marking requires compliance with only specific conditions.

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